Political Maneuvers: Epstein Files and the U.S. House Recess Dilemma

The U.S. House's top Republican shortened the legislative session to avoid debate over resolutions demanding the release of documents on Jeffrey Epstein. This move occurs amid bipartisan pressure and conspiracy theories about Epstein's 2019 death. Meanwhile, a subcommittee subpoenaed Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein's associate, under Trump's supporters' pressure.

In a significant political maneuver, the leading Republican in the U.S. House opted to dismiss lawmakers early for a summer recess, sidestepping a contentious debate over the release of documents concerning Jeffrey Epstein, the disgraced financier. This move circumvented a potential bipartisan push for a resolution demanding transparency from the Justice Department and FBI.

House Speaker Mike Johnson emphasized the gravity of the issue, critiquing Democrats for leveraging it as a political tool. Despite the administration's initial promise to disclose additional information on Epstein, they subsequently retreated, citing a lack of supporting evidence, causing friction within Trump's base.

The House session concluded earlier than anticipated, as Republicans delayed a vote on the resolution. Meanwhile, the House Oversight subcommittee issued a subpoena for Ghislaine Maxwell under public pressure, as Attorney General Pam Bondi seeks the unsealing of grand jury transcripts related to Epstein and Maxwell's cases.

(With inputs from agencies.)