Summary
The U.S. House of Representatives plans to vote on releasing the Epstein files, which President Trump initially opposed but later supported. This vote marks a rare instance where the Republican-led Congress defies President Trump. The files relate to investigations into Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender.
Key Facts
- The House is set to vote on releasing files related to investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.
- President Trump initially opposed the release but later changed his stance to support it.
- This vote shows a significant challenge to President Trump's influence within his party, the GOP.
- Four Republican members plan to vote with Democrats for the files' release.
- The Epstein files have become a point of contention amid rising economic concerns and internal GOP disagreements.
- Democrats released parts of Epstein-related emails to pressure President Trump.
- There is concern that a new investigation into Democrats by Attorney General Pam Bondi could delay the files’ release.
