A political firestorm over the release of Jeffrey Epstein-related files has thrown the U.S. House of Representatives into chaos, prompting Speaker Mike Johnson to send lawmakers home early for summer recess to avoid a contentious vote.
Bipartisan pressure mounted as a House subcommittee voted to subpoena the Justice Department for Epstein files, with some Republicans joining Democrats in demanding transparency. The issue has exposed deep divisions within the GOP, with accusations of a cover-up and concerns about potential links to high-profile figures, including Donald Trump. Senate Republicans are also uneasy, preferring to avoid the scandal, while Democrats seize the moment to attack their opponents.
The controversy shows no signs of abating, with both parties bracing for further fallout after the recess.
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