Summary
Rep. Adelita Grijalva signed a petition demanding the release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, reaching the required number of signatures for a House vote. Grijalva was sworn in as a new member of Congress, following a special election to fill her late father's seat.
Key Facts
- Rep. Adelita Grijalva, a Democrat from Arizona, signed a petition on Wednesday.
- The petition aims to force a House vote on releasing Jeffrey Epstein-related files.
- Grijalva's signature was the 218th, meeting the minimum needed to trigger a vote.
- She became a new member of Congress after winning a special election in Arizona.
- The House, under Speaker Mike Johnson, returned to session on the same day.
- Grijalva filled the seat previously held by her late father.
- Her swearing-in brought the House to a narrow Republican majority of 220-214.
- Grijalva is committed to advocating for progressive policies.
