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House Votes Loom on Epstein Files Amid GOP Silence

10/2/2025

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The House is nearing a vote to release Epstein files, needing one more discharge-petition signature.
Missouri Republicans largely stay silent on voting, while Rep. Ann Wagner calls for transparency and justice.
Rep. Mark Alford opposes discharge petition but supports the bill it seeks to advance, citing transparency.
Rep. Thomas Massie, co-sponsor, says pressure is being applied to remove signatures.

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Story summary

The House is nearing a vote to release Epstein files, needing one more discharge-petition signature.
Missouri Republicans largely stay silent on voting, while Rep. Ann Wagner calls for transparency and justice.
Rep. Mark Alford opposes discharge petition but supports the bill it seeks to advance, citing transparency.
Rep. Thomas Massie, co-sponsor, says pressure is being applied to remove signatures.