House Vote on Epstein Files Approaches Amid GOP Turmoil
As lawmakers prepare for a crucial vote on the release of Epstein files, tensions within the Republican Party are rising. Representative Thomas Massie claims to have the necessary signatures to force the vote, despite reports of GOP leaders threatening those who support the initiative. Several Pennsylvania lawmakers have publicly called for the release, emphasizing the need for transparency for the sake of child sex abuse victims. Meanwhile, families of Epstein survivors are mounting pressure on Congress to act. With a special election in Arizona potentially influencing the vote outcome, concerns are growing within the party that failing to release the files could jeopardize their majority. The White House and GOP allies are reportedly working behind the scenes to prevent the vote, signaling a potential showdown as members prepare to head to the House floor.
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