What A Day The Government Reopens — To More Epstein Chaos
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Nov 13, 2025 Hailey Fuchs, a congressional reporter for Politico, dives into the recent release of emails tied to Jeffrey Epstein, suggesting that Donald Trump may have had more knowledge of Epstein's actions than previously claimed. They discuss the implications of the emails on Congressional responses and Trump’s connections to Epstein. Fuchs also explains the launch of a discharge petition aimed at pushing the DOJ to release more documents, highlighting the evolving political landscape and the pressure facing both parties.
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Epstein Files Reveal A Wide Network
- Thousands of Epstein documents reveal a wide network of powerful people who communicated with him long after his conviction.
- Emails suggest Epstein claimed Donald Trump knew about some of his activities, complicating Trump's public distance.
Track The Discharge Petition Timeline
- The discharge petition now has 218 signatures, triggering a 30-day countdown to force a House vote to release DOJ documents.
- Watch the House schedule and whether Speaker Mike Johnson actually brings the petition to the floor next week.
White House Push To Influence Congress
- The White House actively lobbied members like Lauren Boebert to remove their names from the petition, showing executive pressure.
- Officials framed private briefings as transparency while attempting to influence congressional action.