All In with Chris Hayes GOP revolt pushes Trump to back down on Epstein files
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Nov 19, 2025 Danielle Bensky, an Epstein survivor and activist, shares her emotional testimony pushing for full disclosure and accountability. Tara Palmieri, an investigative journalist, discusses the implications of newly released documents and the political dynamics surrounding the GOP's revolt against Trump’s attempts to block the release of Epstein files. They explore the ongoing struggle for transparency, the connections between Epstein and powerful figures, and the mixed reactions from political leaders regarding accountability for past abuses.
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Bipartisan Pressure Forced Release
- Both chambers moved nearly unanimously to force release of the Epstein files, signaling broad political pressure.
- That bipartisan momentum handed Donald Trump a rare public defeat in his second term.
Trump's Direct Pressure Backfired
- Trump personally pressured House Republicans, including calling Lauren Boebert to change her vote.
- Those efforts failed after Republicans openly revolted and Trump backed down.
Law Permits Narrow Withholding, But Risks Remain
- The bill allows the attorney general to withhold narrowly tailored material for active prosecutions.
- Critics worry Pam Bondi's DOJ will broadly redact or delay release despite the law.
