35 h. ago As Epstein files release looms, question abound on what happens next: ‘Possibilities are endless’

People implicated in the late sex offender’s crimes might face criminal charges or, at the very least, social ostracismAs the clock ticks toward the congressionally mandated deadline of 19 December by which Donald Trump’s justice department must release its files related to Jeffrey Epstein, there is intense speculation about the contents of these documents – but also questions as to what happens when they are released.The US president on 19 November signed a bipartisan bill requiring that the US attorney general, Pam Bondi, disclose these documents to the US public within 30 days. Given that other tranches of materials related to the disgraced financier included damning correspondence with high-profile individuals, many expect that still more names of the rich, famous and powerful will be named. Continue reading...

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35 h. ago As Epstein files release looms, questions abound on what happens next: ‘Possibilities are endless’

People implicated in the late sex offender’s crimes might face criminal charges or, at the very least, social ostracismAs the clock ticks toward the congressionally mandated deadline of 19 December by which Donald Trump’s justice department must release its files related to Jeffrey Epstein, there is intense speculation about the contents of these documents – but also questions as to what happens when they are released.The US president on 19 November signed a bipartisan bill requiring that the US attorney general, Pam Bondi, disclose these documents to the US public within 30 days. Given that other tranches of materials related to the disgraced financier included damning correspondence with high-profile individuals, many expect that still more names of the rich, famous and powerful will be named. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Government push to unseal court records offers clues about what could be in the Epstein files

It's not clear when the Justice Department will release its files on sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and longtime confidant Ghislaine Maxwell

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4 d. ago FBI worked overtime as Epstein files release was thought to be imminent – then Trump and Bondi tried to shut it down

FBI agents racked up more than $850,000 in overtime work while reviewing and redacting the Epstein files in March alone

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6 d. ago US justice department renews request to unseal Epstein grand jury materials

DoJ argues that congressional action last week to release the Epstein files permits unsealing of court recordsThe justice department has renewed its request to unseal grand jury materials from the Jeffrey Epstein investigation that led to the disgraced financier’s federal indictment on sex-trafficking charges in 2019.The submission, signed by US attorney Jay Clayton for the southern district in New York, says that Congress made clear in approving the release of investigative materials last week that the court records should be released. Continue reading...

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6 d. ago DOJ asks judge to unseal Jeffrey Epstein grand jury notes ahead of file release deadline

Judge Richard Berman previously denied a Trump administration request to make the Epstein grand jury transcripts public

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7 d. ago Epstein survivor condemns Trump for calling file release fight a ‘hoax’

Danielle Bensky, who was abused by Jeffrey Epstein, says president was ‘incredibly disrespectful’ in recent commentsA survivor of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse has condemned Donald Trump for dismissing the victims’ fight for transparency as a “hoax”.Shortly after signing a bill to release the Epstein files, the US president posted a lengthy social media rant accusing Democrats of weaponising the scandal against him. Continue reading...

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8 d. ago Marjorie Taylor Greene to resign from Congress in January amid fallout with Trump

Decision by Georgia Republican and leading Maga figure to give up House seat comes after dramatic break with Trump, lately over the Epstein files billReaction: Trump calls resignation ‘great news for the country’From staunch Trump ally to ‘traitor’: key takeaways of Marjorie Taylor Greene’s careerMarjorie Taylor Greene announced on Friday evening she will be resigning from office effective 5 January 2026, in the wake of souring relations with President Donald Trump, mostly recently over a vote to force the release of files related to the late Jeffrey Epstein.In a four-page statement, the Georgia congresswoman said the legislative branch had been “sidelined” and accused Republican leaders of refusing to advance conservative priorities such as border security or “America First” policies. Continue reading...

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8 d. ago Epstein's accusers grapple with complex emotions about promised release of Justice Department files

Trump has signed legislation compelling the Justice Department to release the files on Jeffrey Epstein

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8 d. ago Marjorie Taylor Greene to resign from Congress after clash with Trump

US president threatened primary challenge against the Republican firebrand over her campaign to release the Epstein files

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8 d. ago ‘Loyalty should be a two way street’: Marjorie Taylor Greene nods to rift with Trump in resignation letter – US politics live

Greene announced her departure in a video and statement posted on X, denouncing Republican party establishmentMarjorie Taylor Greene to resign from office effective January 2026Trump news at a glance: president meets Mamdani at White House and it was nice?Robert Garcia, the ranking member on the House oversight committee, has sent a letter to the US attorney general, Pam Bondi, urging the justice department to release the complete trove of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, despite the newly launched investigation into several Democrats’ ties to the late sex offender.“There is already a concern President Trump will attempt, on dubious legal grounds, to exploit a provision which allows DoJ to withhold information relevant to ongoing investigations,” Garcia wrote. Continue reading...

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9 d. ago Trump says he ‘absolutely’ would live in Mamdani’s New York during unexpectedly cordial first meeting – US politics live

Much anticipated sit-down comes same day US House of Representatives passed resolution denouncing ‘horrors of socialism’Robert Garcia, the ranking member on the House oversight committee, has sent a letter to the US attorney general, Pam Bondi, urging the justice department to release the complete trove of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, despite the newly launched investigation into several Democrats’ ties to the late sex offender.“There is already a concern President Trump will attempt, on dubious legal grounds, to exploit a provision which allows DoJ to withhold information relevant to ongoing investigations,” Garcia wrote. Continue reading...

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9 d. ago Zohran Mamdani arrives at White House for first meeting with Trump – US politics live

Earlier today, the US House of Representatives passed a resolution to denounce the “horrors of socialism”Robert Garcia, the ranking member on the House oversight committee, has sent a letter to the US attorney general, Pam Bondi, urging the justice department to release the complete trove of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, despite the newly launched investigation into several Democrats’ ties to the late sex offender.“There is already a concern President Trump will attempt, on dubious legal grounds, to exploit a provision which allows DoJ to withhold information relevant to ongoing investigations,” Garcia wrote. Continue reading...

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9 d. ago Trump claims he’s ‘not threatening death’ for Democrats but says ‘they’re in serious trouble’ as he prepares to meet Mamdani – US politics live

Chuck Schumer says Trump’s remarks amount to calls for ‘execution of elected officials’ as president also says he and Zohran Mamdani will ‘get along fine’ in meetingRobert Garcia, the ranking member on the House oversight committee, has sent a letter to the US attorney general, Pam Bondi, urging the justice department to release the complete trove of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, despite the newly launched investigation into several Democrats’ ties to the late sex offender.“There is already a concern President Trump will attempt, on dubious legal grounds, to exploit a provision which allows DoJ to withhold information relevant to ongoing investigations,” Garcia wrote. Continue reading...

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9 d. ago Andrew ignores invitation to speak to US Congress about links to Jeffrey Epstein

It comes as Trump signs in a bill which will see the Epstein files released within 30 days

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9 d. ago Trump’s threats amount to calls for ‘execution of elected officials’, says Chuck Schumer – US politics live

Democrat Senate minority leader says president’s remarks are ‘outright threat’ as other leading Democrats warn ‘political violence has no place in America’Robert Garcia, the ranking member on the House oversight committee, has sent a letter to the US attorney general, Pam Bondi, urging the justice department to release the complete trove of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, despite the newly launched investigation into several Democrats’ ties to the late sex offender.“There is already a concern President Trump will attempt, on dubious legal grounds, to exploit a provision which allows DoJ to withhold information relevant to ongoing investigations,” Garcia wrote. Continue reading...

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9 d. ago Elon Musk's 'thank you' note to Donald Trump as bromance appears back on the cards

Billionaire Elon Musk previously lashed out at Donald Trump, accusing him of not only being in the Epstein Files but actively working against making their release public

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9 d. ago Nancy Mace says that she, MTG and Boebert ‘ran out of patience a long time ago’ with Trump’s DOJ over Epstein files

The group of GOP women had been among President Donald Trump’s most loyal supporters but refused to buckle in calling for the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files

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9 d. ago Eric Swalwell tells Jimmy Kimmel that he is running to be governor of California as a ‘fighter and protector’

Frequent Trump critic reveals his ambition to succeed Gavin Newsom and expresses doubt president will release Jeffrey Epstein files in full

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1 week ago Congressman Ro Khanna warns officials who would impede Epstein files release: ‘They will be prosecuted’

California lawmaker says all names of people involved in Epstein’s crimes must come to light, Democrat or RepublicanUS politics live – latest updatesDemocratic congressman Ro Khanna was a major force behind the legislative campaign that led Donald Trump to back down from his opposition and sign into law a bill compelling the release of files related to the deceased sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.With the justice department now required to release the documents within 30 days, Khanna has a warning for those in the Trump administration who may find themselves pressed to withhold information: comply or face the consequences. Continue reading...

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