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Republicans Face Epstein Scrutiny Amid Shutdown Crisis

9/3/2025

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Republicans return to Congress facing scrutiny over the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, with key witnesses scheduled to testify.
Tensions increase as Democrats and some Trump supporters call for transparency, complicating GOP strategies.
A potential government shutdown heightens urgency, as Republicans struggle to pass appropriations without Democratic backing.
Analysts predict possible Republican losses in the midterms, citing a decline in Trump's influence.

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Story summary

Republicans return to Congress facing scrutiny over the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, with key witnesses scheduled to testify.
Tensions increase as Democrats and some Trump supporters call for transparency, complicating GOP strategies.
A potential government shutdown heightens urgency, as Republicans struggle to pass appropriations without Democratic backing.
Analysts predict possible Republican losses in the midterms, citing a decline in Trump's influence.