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House Committee Faces Accusations Over Epstein File Delays

8/20/2025

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The House Committee on Oversight will release redacted files from the Jeffrey Epstein case.
Democrats accuse the committee of delaying the release, suggesting a cover-up.
Speaker Mike Johnson advocates for transparency but wants to postpone a full House vote until September.
Rules Committee Chair Virginia Foxx aims for a resolution prior to the vote.

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Story summary

The House Committee on Oversight will release redacted files from the Jeffrey Epstein case.
Democrats accuse the committee of delaying the release, suggesting a cover-up.
Speaker Mike Johnson advocates for transparency but wants to postpone a full House vote until September.
Rules Committee Chair Virginia Foxx aims for a resolution prior to the vote.