House Speaker Mike Johnson has publicly urged the Justice Department to release documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, marking a rare divergence from Donald Trump. This call for transparency comes amid growing criticism from Trump’s conservative base regarding the handling of the Epstein case, particularly the Justice Department’s conclusion that his death was a suicide and its reluctance to release client lists or further details. While Trump initially downplayed interest in the case, his comments have shifted, defending Pam Bondi and hinting that more documents may be released. Democrats are also pushing for further disclosures and hearings, keeping the Epstein issue active despite Republican attempts to block legislation requiring the release of files.
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The article details the ramifications of Donald Trump’s flirtation with the Jeffrey Epstein conspiracy theories. Initially, Trump fueled speculation about Epstein, promising transparency and the release of files, but now his allies are demanding those files be released. His base is divided, and prominent figures are now experiencing fallout from this unfulfilled promise. Democrats are taking advantage of this division to advance their own agendas.
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New metadata analysis reveals that nearly three minutes of footage was trimmed from the surveillance video of Jeffrey Epstein’s prison cell, contradicting the Justice Department’s claim that it was “raw” footage. The trimmed footage originates from a source clip that extended for almost three minutes beyond the segment included in the final video. The discrepancy may be related to a widely reported one-minute gap attributed to a nightly system reset, though the specific content of the missing footage remains unclear. When questioned about the video’s assembly, the DOJ referred inquiries to the FBI, who declined to comment.
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According to unnamed federal law enforcement officials, Jeffrey Epstein employed private investigators to surveil and intimidate FBI special agents involved in the investigation into his sex trafficking crimes. These tactics echo similar intimidation methods used against Palm Beach police officers who initially investigated Epstein. Internal divisions within Donald Trump’s administration surrounding the release of Epstein-related documents have also sparked controversy, with some officials expressing frustration over the Justice Department’s handling of the case. Despite these efforts, the Justice Department released video footage from Epstein’s jail cell, which caused even more suspicion. The release of further documentation is being blocked.
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On Tuesday, House Republicans voted against a measure to release the Epstein files, resulting in a 211 to 210 vote. This followed a failed attempt by Democrats to force a vote on the amendment. Despite the public interest in the files, no Republican voted in favor of the measure, including some who had previously expressed concerns about the Epstein case. Nine Republicans chose to abstain from the vote.
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Seven Republican House members voted against an amendment that would have forced a congressional vote regarding the release of Jeffrey Epstein files, a motion proposed by Democrat Ro Khanna. This amendment aimed to compel Attorney General Pam Bondi to preserve and release all related records to the Epstein case. The vote, which saw one Republican join Democrats in support, was initiated after a Justice Department memo contradicted earlier statements about the existence of a client list. This move has sparked controversy and concern among certain groups who suspect a cover-up related to the Epstein case.
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Bill O’Reilly was corrected on NewsNation for falsely claiming the Biden administration, under Merrick Garland, had convicted Jeffrey Epstein, who actually died by suicide during the Trump administration. O’Reilly had been previously stating that there was a good reason for not releasing the documents associated with Epstein. Despite initially defending his claims, O’Reilly eventually acknowledged the error after being presented with the correct information. Following the correction, O’Reilly continued to criticize House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, suggesting the Democrats were disingenuous in seeking the release of Epstein’s files.
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In a late-night vote, House Republicans blocked a Democratic effort to unseal documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, adding fuel to the fire amidst the ongoing MAGA civil war. The House Rules Committee rejected a Democratic amendment to the GENIUS Act that would have allowed a vote on releasing the documents, following the Justice Department’s announcement that the investigation was closed and Epstein’s death was a suicide. Democrats are capitalizing on the situation, with figures like Rep. Ro Khanna introducing the amendment to force a vote and the Democratic National Committee launching a bot focused on the issue. Meanwhile, Donald Trump has attempted to combat the fallout with a conspiracy theory of his own, claiming Democrats created the files.
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MAGA influencer Laura Loomer is demanding a special counsel to investigate the handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files, expressing dissatisfaction with the Department of Justice and FBI’s recent memo. Loomer has repeatedly criticized U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, claiming the memo’s assertions contradict popular conspiracy theories and are damaging to the Trump administration. She believes an independent investigation is necessary to satisfy the base, who expected a thorough review of the documents, and predicts at least one resignation over the matter. Loomer’s statements reflect the widespread anger among far-right and MAGA supporters who were disappointed by the memo’s findings.
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In a recent development, House Republicans blocked a Democratic lawmaker’s attempt to compel the Trump administration to release all unredacted Jeffrey Epstein files. Representative Ro Khanna introduced an amendment to the GENIUS Act, which would have required Attorney General Pam Bondi to disclose the records within a month. The House Rules Committee voted against the proposal, with only one Republican supporting it, sparking outrage from Democrats who believe the public deserves full transparency. The decision has intensified scrutiny over the handling of the Epstein investigation, particularly regarding alleged involvement from the Trump administration.
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