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House votes to release the infamous Epstein files

Trump reversed his position on the bill and said he would sign it, while Democrats accused him of trying to obstruct the investigation.

House votes to release the infamous Epstein files
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This article1 analysis · Oct 13, 2026
Nov 18, 2025
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The House voted 427–1 to require the Justice Department to release files related to Jeffrey Epstein’s investigation. The measure now goes to the Senate, while lawmakers and survivors press for disclosure.

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Donald Trump R · President of the United States

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  • Readers of left-leaning coverage: 77% good look
  • Readers of right-leaning coverage: not enough votes yet
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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President who initially resisted the effort, later endorsed the bill, and said he would sign it

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Clay Higgins
R · LA-3

Representative who cast the sole vote against the bill

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Representative whose discharge-petition signature forced a vote

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Robert Garcia
D · CA-42

Representative who urged Senate action and accused Trump of trying to obstruct the investigation

John Thune
R · SD · SEN

Senate Majority Leader urged by the bill’s sponsors to bring it up

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Congress Passes Bill Requiring Release of Epstein Records

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