The U.S. House of Representatives abruptly ended its session and began its summer recess early to avoid a contentious vote on releasing government files related to Jeffrey Epstein.
Speaker Mike Johnson and House Republican leaders blocked Democratic efforts to force the release of the files, citing 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 demanding the files be made public. The controversy has paralyzed House proceedings, highlighting deep divisions within the GOP and intensifying scrutiny of Donald Trump's connections to Epstein.
The issue is expected to remain a political flashpoint when Congress returns.
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