TRUMP100 The day the House votes to release the Epstein files
Nov 18, 2025
The House votes on the long-awaited release of the Epstein files, raising questions about political ramifications. Tensions flare as Trump calls Marjorie Taylor Greene a traitor, uncovering fissures within the party. Meanwhile, Nicki Minaj intriguingly aligns with Trump over issues affecting Nigeria. The discussion delves into the potential revelations in the Epstein documents and how they might impact Trump's public image. Political pressures intensify as key figures navigate the fallout from these high-stakes decisions.
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Epstein Files Vote Advances
- The House voted to consider releasing FBI-held Jeffrey Epstein files after months of delay and political pressure.
- If two-thirds of the House backs it, the Senate must vote and the files could reach the president's desk for signature.
Trump's Flip-Flop Reveals Strain
- Donald Trump flip-flopped on releasing the files: he campaigned for disclosure but later blocked it as president.
- He then reversed again under pressure from his party and base, showing political vulnerability.
Two-Thirds Threshold Is Crucial
- Two-thirds support in the House (about 290 votes) would force the Senate to consider the bill, preventing simple dismissal.
- That threshold makes a House supermajority pivotal to bypass executive resistance.