A political firestorm has erupted in the U.S. House of Representatives over demands to release files related to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Bipartisan calls for transparency have united unlikely allies, but Republican leaders, facing mounting pressure and internal rebellion, abruptly adjourned the House early for summer recess to avoid a contentious vote on the issue. Democrats accuse Republicans of orchestrating a cover-up, while some GOP members break ranks, demanding the release of the documents. Subcommittees have voted to subpoena the Department of Justice and even Bill and Hillary Clinton for information, intensifying the controversy.
The Epstein files have become a flashpoint, exposing deep divisions and fueling public suspicion about political protection of powerful figures.
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