Summary
A government shutdown is close to ending in the U.S., and Republicans face pressure to release files on Jeffrey Epstein. Representative Thomas Massie has gathered nearly enough signatures on a petition to force a vote for these files. A final signature from Representative-elect Adelita Grijalva is required, but her swearing-in is delayed until the government reopens.
Key Facts
- The U.S. is experiencing its longest government shutdown in history.
- There is a push to release government files on Jeffrey Epstein's investigation.
- President Trump has called the focus on Epstein a "hoax."
- Representative Thomas Massie has nearly enough signatures to demand a vote on the files.
- Adelita Grijalva, a Democrat, is set to provide the final needed signature.
- Her swearing-in is delayed due to the government shutdown.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson is waiting to swear in Grijalva until the shutdown ends.
- The Senate has passed legislation to end the shutdown, and the House will vote soon.
