House Republicans abruptly ended their work week and started their August recess early, leaving the Capitol around 4 p.m. on July 23. This move came after Democrats threatened to force a vote to release files related to Jeffrey Epstein.
The early departure has drawn criticism from Democratic lawmakers, who condemned the Republican leadership for what they called chaotic and harmful management of the House.
The incident highlights ongoing partisan tensions and the contentious nature of high-profile investigations in Congress.
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