As the US midterm elections approach, Democratic candidates are strategically linking their Republican opponents to Jeffrey Epstein, the late sex offender, to highlight perceived corruption and protectiveness towards the wealthy elite associated with him. This tactic aims to rally support and regain control of Congress. For instance, in Ohio, Democrat Sherrod Brown's ads accuse Republican Jon Husted of accepting over $116,000 from billionaire Leslie Wexner, an Epstein associate, just before he voted against releasing Epstein-related documents. Similarly, in Maine, presumptive Democratic nominee Graham Platner has targeted Republican Senator Susan Collins, suggesting she has compromised her voters' interests for the Epstein class. Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff has also characterized the Trump administration as part of a corrupt elite tied to Epstein. In response, the Republican National Committee has dismissed these accusations as mere political theater. The ongoing controversy surrounding the Epstein files has also highlighted divisions within the GOP, particularly regarding transparency and accountability.