Summary
A bill to require the release of Jeffrey Epstein's files passed the U.S. House of Representatives and is moving to the Senate. The bill seeks to make public potential information related to Epstein's activities. President Trump has indicated he would sign the bill if it reaches his desk.
Key Facts
- The U.S. House of Representatives voted 427-1 to pass the bill to release Epstein files.
- The files relate to the late Jeffrey Epstein, who faced sex trafficking charges before his death in 2019.
- Representative Thomas Massie introduced the petition for the files' release.
- The bill must now pass the Senate before reaching President Trump.
- The Department of Justice (DOJ) may use legal privileges to block the release.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson said amendments may be needed to protect victims and whistleblowers.
- The DOJ could argue using law enforcement or executive privilege to withhold the files.
- Released emails reveal Epstein’s past comments and interactions involving President Trump.
