Turns out the Trump administration really did huddle behind closed doors to talk about the Jeffrey Epstein files, despite JD Vance’s public denial.

On Wednesday, the vice president dismissed mounting media reports claiming he was hosting secret Epstein talks at his house.

“It’s completely fake news,” Vance declared. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump feigned ignorance, telling reporters, “I don’t know.”

Yet, top Trump administration officials did convene to map out next steps regarding the files on the late convicted sex offender, CNN reported, citing a source familiar with the logistics.

The meeting was reportedly relocated from Vance’s D.C. home to the White House. Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI Director Kash Patel, and other officials were said to be in attendance, according to

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