Unveiling the Epstein Files: Congress Pushes for Justice Department Disclosure

The U.S. House of Representatives, led by Republicans, plans to vote on releasing Justice Department files on Jeffrey Epstein. The initiative follows tension between Trump and his supporters. The resolution has bipartisan backing from lawmakers and Epstein's victims, aiming for Senate approval despite concerns about disclosure limits.

The Republican-dominated U.S. House of Representatives is advancing a vote on Tuesday, aimed at compelling the release of Justice Department files related to Jeffrey Epstein, the late financier and convicted sex offender. This move comes after tension arose between President Donald Trump and some of his staunchest supporters.

In a striking reversal, Trump dropped his opposition, paving the way for a resolution that seeks the release of all unclassified records on Epstein to be sent to the Senate. An overwhelming majority in the House, including Speaker Mike Johnson, is expected to vote in favor.

Epstein's death, ruled a suicide in 2019, has left survivors and lawmakers pushing for transparency. However, concerns over whether full disclosure will be achieved persist, with apprehensions about how victims' privacy might be handled.

(With inputs from agencies.)