Following the successful use of a discharge petition to force a vote on the Epstein Files Transparency Act, Speaker Mike Johnson is considering raising the threshold for privileged motions and discharge petitions. This follows bipartisan efforts that bypassed Republican leadership and led to the bill’s passage, despite opposition from Johnson and former President Trump. The Epstein Files bill, which instructs the Department of Justice to release investigative files related to the late sex offender, unanimously passed both the House and Senate. With more lawmakers breaking rank, and the Speaker not giving an outlet for legislative pursuits, the Speaker may continue to see an increase in discharge petitions.
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Congressman Ro Khanna spearheaded the legislative effort that led to the passage of a bill mandating the release of Jeffrey Epstein-related files, despite initial resistance. With the Justice Department now obligated to release the documents, Khanna warned officials to comply or face potential consequences, including prosecution in future administrations. He also expressed support for issuing a subpoena to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, to compel him to answer questions about his relationship with Epstein. Khanna emphasized the importance of transparency and accountability, particularly as Democrats aim to regain control of the House of Representatives.
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In a sudden turn of events, President Trump has ordered the release of Jeffrey Epstein files after initially claiming there was nothing left to probe, and directed Attorney General Pam Bondi to investigate Democrats associated with the disgraced financier. This abrupt shift follows a controversial memo from Bondi’s department in July, stating no further disclosures were warranted. Faced with a transparency bill, Trump now supports its passage and plans to sign it into law, despite previous resistance. The legislation mandates the release of unclassified Epstein-related records, but grants Bondi the authority to withhold or redact information that could harm ongoing investigations.
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The article details the dismantling of the Department of Justice by the president, as reported by The New York Times, citing accounts from former career DOJ attorneys. The administration’s actions began with pardons for January 6 rioters, leading to resignations and a diminished Public Integrity Section, reducing its capacity to prosecute cases. The fate of the Epstein files now rests with this compromised DOJ, sparking concerns over their handling, particularly from Democratic senators. Despite the bill demanding release, skepticism abounds regarding the DOJ’s commitment to transparency, given the president’s influence and past actions.
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The House overwhelmingly passed legislation to release previously sealed Epstein files, with the Senate granting unanimous consent. These files encompass materials from criminal investigations, including witness interviews, seized items, internal communications, flight logs, and connections to Epstein. This release is distinct from documents released the previous week, some of which mentioned Donald Trump, who has denied any wrongdoing in connection to Epstein. The family of Virginia Giuffre has expressed that the bill’s signing is “monumental” for survivors.
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In a recent podcast interview, Joe Rogan criticized Donald Trump’s shifting stance on the Epstein files and admitted to briefly considering the purchase of Epstein’s infamous island. Rogan mocked Trump’s sudden call for the release of the files after previously dismissing the controversy as a hoax, and also revealed he explored buying Little Saint James. Trump’s involvement in the Epstein case has been scrutinized, especially after he reversed course and directed the Justice Department and FBI to investigate Epstein’s connections to other individuals. Rogan has previously endorsed Trump but has also expressed criticism of his actions in the past.
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US Justice Department will release Epstein files within 30 days, Bondi says. Well, that’s what’s being reported, isn’t it? It seems like a pretty bold statement, considering the history of this whole situation. The implication is a trove of documents – the “Epstein files” – will be made public within the next month. But, honestly, a lot of us are approaching this with a hefty dose of skepticism, and that’s understandable.
US Justice Department will release Epstein files within 30 days, Bondi says, yet there’s a real question of what “release” actually means. It’s hard not to immediately think about the potential for redactions.… Continue reading
The Epstein Files Transparency Act, which mandates the release of Justice Department files related to Jeffrey Epstein, is poised to become law after both the House and Senate voted in favor. The bill, requiring Attorney General Pam Bondi to publicly release all Epstein-related documents within 30 days, has sparked concerns regarding potential redactions. Specifically, the legislation allows Bondi to redact certain sensitive information, such as details that could compromise ongoing investigations. The Justice Department has been contacted for comment.
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Mark Epstein, brother of the late Jeffrey Epstein, has claimed that Republicans are actively “sabotaging” the forthcoming Epstein files by removing Republican names to protect themselves. He alleges that a facility in Winchester, Virginia is being used to sanitize the files, though he does not directly accuse Donald Trump of colluding. Epstein believes that the files contain damaging information on Trump, who has been associated with his brother, potentially enough to “cancel the election” according to Epstein. Though Trump has encouraged the release of the files, he has not moved to release them unilaterally, and Mark Epstein has accused the FBI of orchestrating a cover-up.
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House Speaker Mike Johnson, after initially opposing and delaying the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files, voted in favor of the bill following pressure from former President Trump. Despite his support, Johnson expressed disappointment with the Senate’s swift approval of the bill without amendments, citing concerns about potential victim identification. The speaker had anticipated Senate amendments, based on prior conversations with Senate leaders, but those hopes were dashed when the bill passed with overwhelming support. Ultimately, the bill’s passage appears imminent, with Trump expected to sign it into law, despite Johnson’s continued reservations about its contents.
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