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Speaker Delays Grijalva's Swearing-In Amid Epstein Controversy

10/12/2025

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Speaker Mike Johnson delayed swearing in Rep. Adelita Grijalva (D), who backs a discharge petition to release Epstein's files.
Democrats criticized Johnson for obstructing justice and using the matter to distract from the government shutdown.
The discharge petition is one signature away from ratification, underscoring divisions within the Republican Party.
Polls show skepticism about the Trump administration's handling of the Epstein issue, with many voters disapproving of Trump's actions.

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Speaker Mike Johnson delayed swearing in Rep. Adelita Grijalva (D), who backs a discharge petition to release Epstein's files.
Democrats criticized Johnson for obstructing justice and using the matter to distract from the government shutdown.
The discharge petition is one signature away from ratification, underscoring divisions within the Republican Party.
Polls show skepticism about the Trump administration's handling of the Epstein issue, with many voters disapproving of Trump's actions.