Speaker Mike Johnson openly criticized Rep. Thomas Massie over his efforts to push for the release of the Department of Justice's files on Jeffrey Epstein. Epstein's case gained renewed attention after the Trump administration decided not to release these files, even amidst Attorney General Pam Bondi mentioning a potential client list. Many Republicans have avoided the topic of Epstein, but Massie has been co-sponsoring a bill to force the announcement of these files. Johnson expressed his confusion regarding Massie’s motivations, while Massie challenged Johnson’s statements with scrutiny regarding political implications and the pursuit of justice.
Speaker Mike Johnson criticized his Republican colleague Rep. Thomas Massie for seeking the release of the DOJ files on Jeffrey Epstein, questioning Massie's motives and approach. Johnson stated, "Bless his heart. One in particular just gives me lots of consternation. I don't understand. I don't understand Thomas Massie's motivation, I really don't." His comments aired frustrations regarding his fellow Republican's actions while noting the political implications of the Epstein files.
Massie co-sponsors legislation to compel the Department of Justice to release files regarding Jeffrey Epstein, unlike many Republicans who have shifted focus away from the scandal. Massie rebutted Johnson's concerns by asking why releasing the files would cause political pain for congressmen and questioning the prioritization of political pain over justice. He stated, "I have questions after watching this video: Why would releasing the Epstein files cause political pain to congressmen?"
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