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Trump deflects Epstein questions as Johnson shuts down House, avoiding vote on files

Trump deflects Epstein questions as Johnson shuts down House, avoiding vote on files

Summary

Divisions within the Republican Party about the Jeffrey Epstein investigation have become more apparent. Speaker Mike Johnson announced that the House would not address this issue before they take a break at the end of the week.

Key Facts

  • There are disagreements within the Republican Party regarding the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.
  • These divisions were noticeable on Capitol Hill, the main place where U.S. lawmakers meet.
  • Speaker Mike Johnson stated that the House of Representatives will not deal with this issue before their August recess.
  • The House recess is a scheduled break where members leave Washington, D.C.
  • The news report included input from Lisa Desjardins and a discussion with Geoff Bennett.
  • Former federal prosecutor Arlo Devlin-Brown spoke about the legal aspects of the situation.

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