The U.S. House of Representatives abruptly adjourned for its summer recess a day early, as Republican leaders moved to avoid a contentious vote on releasing files related to Jeffrey Epstein.
Speaker Mike Johnson and GOP leadership blocked Democratic efforts to force the release of documents, citing concerns over politicization and the need to give the Trump administration 'space' to handle the matter. The move has sparked bipartisan calls for transparency, with some Republicans breaking ranks and joining Democrats in demanding the files be made public. The controversy has paralyzed House proceedings, highlighting deep divisions within the GOP and fueling speculation about the political fallout for Donald Trump and his allies.
The Epstein files remain a flashpoint, with lawmakers promising the issue is 'not going away.'
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