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WATCH LIVE: Senate meets after House passes bill to force release of the Epstein files

WATCH LIVE: Senate meets after House passes bill to force release of the Epstein files

Summary

The House of Representatives voted strongly to make the Justice Department release files related to Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender. The bill faced initial opposition from President Trump and Republican leadership but gained enough support to move forward. President Trump announced he would sign the bill if the Senate approves it as well.

Key Facts

  • The House voted in favor of releasing files on Jeffrey Epstein.
  • The bill initially faced opposition from President Trump and Republican leaders.
  • A bipartisan group in the House pushed the bill forward.
  • President Trump has agreed to sign the bill if the Senate approves it.
  • The vote demonstrated significant support despite early resistance.
  • The Senate is now considering the bill.

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