"The House is expected to vote Tuesday on legislation to force the Justice Department to publicly release its files on the late financier Jeffrey Epstein, the culmination of a monthslong effort that has overcome opposition from President Donald Trump and Republican leadership. When a small bipartisan group of House lawmakers introduced a petition in July to maneuver around House Speaker Mike Johnson's control of which bills see the House floor, it appeared a longshot effort,"
"Now the president has bowed to the growing momentum behind the bill and even said Republicans should vote for it. His blessing all but ensures that the House will pass the bill with an overwhelming margin, putting further pressure on the Senate to take it up. Trump on Monday said he would sign the bill if it passes both chambers of Congress, adding, "Let the Senate look at it.""
The House is set to vote Tuesday on legislation requiring the Justice Department to publicly release its files on Jeffrey Epstein, following months of effort that overcame opposition from President Donald Trump and Republican leadership. A bipartisan group introduced a petition in July to maneuver around Speaker Mike Johnson's control of the House floor, transforming a longshot into a viable path to a vote. Trump reversed course, urged Republicans to support the bill, and said he would sign it if both chambers approve, increasing pressure on the Senate. The move amplifies demands for files related to Epstein's 2019 death while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges.
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