The controversy over the release of Jeffrey Epstein-related files has paralyzed the U.S. House of Representatives, forcing Speaker Mike Johnson to send lawmakers home early for summer recess to avoid politically damaging votes.
Both Democrats and some Republicans are demanding subpoenas for unredacted Justice Department files and depositions from figures linked to Epstein, including Ghislaine Maxwell and the Clintons. The issue has exposed deep divisions within the GOP, with some members siding with Democrats in calls for transparency, while others seek to shield former President Trump from fallout. The resulting infighting has stalled legislative business and drawn national attention to the unresolved questions surrounding Epstein's connections and alleged coverups.
The scandal is now a major political weapon for Democrats and a source of turmoil for Republicans heading into the recess.
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