As Congress approaches its August break, the unresolved debate regarding the release of Jeffrey Epstein's files has effectively frozen legislative activities. With political tension on the rise, Democrats demand accountability,

House Speaker Mike Johnson called for the swift release of the Epstein records, emphasizing the need for maximum transparency while protecting innocent victims. He said those involved in Epstein’s crimes must be brought to justice and that the American people deserve to see all credible evidence.

U.S. Sen. Eric Schmitt said in January that the Justice Department should open up all its Jeffrey Epstein files. Last week, he was more reserved.

The Trump administration records releases on Jeffrey Epstein are finished, but transparency lawsuits may reveal what else the government has kept hidden.

Speaking on a podcast, Allison Gill and Kel McClanahan outline a legal case aimed at ensuring more documentation is released.

The president posted a fake AI video of Obama being arrested as Attorney General Pam Bondi released a report on the 2016 FBI investigation into Hillary Clinton's emails.

Speaker Johnson shuts House early, blocking Epstein vote; Maxwell subpoena adds pressure before Sept. 2 reconvening. Follow Newsweek's live blog for updates.