Following the August recess, the Epstein case has once again come under scrutiny with the House Oversight Committee scheduled to meet with accusers and potentially depose Maxwell. Furthermore, a bipartisan group of lawmakers plans to hold a press conference advocating for the release of Justice Department files related to Epstein, a move that could conflict with the Trump administration’s reluctance to disclose all documents. Accusers like Avis and Phillips are calling for continued investigation, and if not, they and others will release their own lists. Maxwell, who is currently serving a 20-year prison sentence for her role in the sex trafficking, recently had transcripts of an interview released, while some accusers criticize the administration’s focus on the criminals rather than the victims.
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Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene, along with other members of Congress, is pushing for full transparency regarding the Jeffrey Epstein case, including the release of all related files. At a press conference, she vowed to reveal names of alleged clients if given a list by victims. Greene is urging fellow Republicans to support the Epstein Files Transparency Bill, despite the House Oversight Committee releasing thousands of documents, with most of the material already public. The bill requires support from 218 House lawmakers to pass.
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The Idaho Attorney General’s Office has decided not to file criminal charges against four Pocatello police officers involved in the shooting of 17-year-old Victor Perez, who had developmental disabilities. The officers fired 14 shots, resulting in Perez’s death a week later, a decision that was made after an investigation into the incident. Deputy Attorney General Jeff Nye stated that the state could not prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the use of deadly force was unjustified, focusing solely on the officers’ perceptions at the time. This decision was made despite the tragic nature of the event and the community’s calls for accountability.
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During a press conference, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy asserted that Ukraine will not cede any of its territories to Vladimir Putin. Zelenskyy stated that exchanging territory is not a viable option, especially given Putin’s history of untruthfulness and the significant losses Russia has already sustained. He explained that for Ukraine, the occupied territories represent their life, history, and constitution, and surrendering them would be a betrayal of their people. Zelenskyy concluded that any further advances by Putin would require him to sacrifice millions of soldiers, something Ukraine will not allow to happen.
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Newly released CCTV footage has revealed the so-called “missing minute” of surveillance footage related to Jeffrey Epstein’s death, contradicting previous assertions that the footage was simply recorded over. This discovery, part of a larger release of documents by the US House oversight committee, reveals two hours of previously unseen video that includes the previously unaccounted for 60 seconds. The footage, which the report states is unremarkable, shows guards working outside Epstein’s cell. The release of documents related to the Epstein case has led to renewed scrutiny over his relationship with former President Donald Trump and has caused a rare division in Republican ranks.
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Paul: Gay CDC director’s ‘lifestyle’ disqualified him from government
Let’s just lay it out there: the core of this whole issue is Rand Paul’s assertion that a gay CDC director’s “lifestyle” somehow disqualifies him from government service. It’s striking how this argument is still being trotted out in the year twenty-twenty-five. The sheer audacity of labeling someone’s sexual orientation as a “lifestyle” that’s somehow inherently problematic is, frankly, a bit mind-boggling. Especially when you consider the supposed hypocrisy surrounding the issue.
The central point seems to be that the focus is on the director’s private life, specifically his sexual orientation and associated practices, while overlooking the qualifications and expertise he brought to the role.… Continue reading
Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene voiced her strong support for the discharge petition, emphasizing the resolution’s focus on protecting victims and ensuring transparency for survivors. Greene, expressing solidarity as a woman and mother, condemned any cover-up of the alleged crimes. She proudly announced her intention to sign the petition and vote in favor of it when it reaches the House floor. The petition, sponsored by Representatives Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna, requires 218 votes to move forward and currently has 216, leaving the group just two votes shy of getting the petition to the floor.
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“Sandwich man” gets off: DC jury nullification in the age of Trump. So, let’s talk about this “Sandwich Man” situation. It’s been a whirlwind, hasn’t it? This whole story, it’s become a perfect encapsulation of the political climate. The main thing here, and it’s a crucial distinction, is whether this is truly a case of jury nullification. Jury nullification, as some folks are rightly pointing out, is when a jury essentially says, “We believe the defendant did it, but we’re not going to convict them because we disagree with the law or the way it’s being applied.” That’s a very specific thing.… Continue reading
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West Point is reinstating Confederate imagery, including a portrait of Robert E. Lee and his quote, after being removed in 2022 due to a Department of Defense directive. This decision aligns with a broader effort to restore Confederate names and monuments, as championed by the Trump administration, which argues for honoring and learning from history rather than erasing it. While the Army asserts that this complies with federal law, some, like retired Brigadier General Ty Seidule, argue that these symbols contradict the values taught at West Point and question the legality of the restoration, as a congressionally mandated commission recommended the removal of Confederate symbols.
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