Summary
The U.S. House of Representatives must hold a vote on releasing files related to Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender. This is happening because Democratic Representative Adelita Grijalva's recent swearing-in provided the final signature needed to push the vote forward. The legislation, called the Epstein Files Transparency Act, aims to make documents about Epstein's activities public.
Key Facts
- The vote on the Epstein files was delayed because of a two-month recess in the House.
- Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson will now hold the vote, following Grijalva's signature on a discharge petition.
- Adelita Grijalva took office following a special election to replace her late father.
- The Epstein Files Transparency Act seeks to release Department of Justice documents about Epstein.
- Representatives Thomas Massie (Republican) and Ro Khanna (Democrat) co-sponsored the Act.
- President Trump opposes the release of more Epstein-related files, calling it a distraction.
- The House is likely to vote on the Act in early December.
- Newly released emails show possible connections between Epstein, President Trump, and others.
