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GOP Tensions Rise Over Epstein Files Bill Debate

7/28/2025

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House Speaker Mike Johnson slammed a bipartisan effort by Reps. Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna to unveil Jeffrey Epstein's files, labeling it reckless. In response, Massie defended the bill as a safeguard for victims. As tensions escalate within the GOP, Massie revealed he's facing over $1 million in attack ads, hinting at serious political consequences if the bill fails to get a vote.

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House Speaker Mike Johnson slammed a bipartisan effort by Reps. Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna to unveil Jeffrey Epstein's files, labeling it reckless. In response, Massie defended the bill as a safeguard for victims. As tensions escalate within the GOP, Massie revealed he's facing over $1 million in attack ads, hinting at serious political consequences if the bill fails to get a vote.