# Protester interrupts JD Vance speech with call to release Epstein files

A protester disrupted a speech by US Vice President JD Vance, demanding the release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein. The interruption highlights continued public pressure over the Epstein case and transparency demands tied to the late financier's network.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/10/20/release-epstein-files-protester-interrupts-jd-vances-speech?traffic_source=rss) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:18:48 +0000