Washington Today President Trump says he will sign a bill into law to release all Epstein investigation files if it passes Congress
Nov 18, 2025
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the Secretary of Health and Human Services, discusses his advocacy for new research into food allergies, highlighting a surge in cases since the 1990s. He emphasizes the importance of identifying environmental causes and promises initiatives aimed at prevention. Kennedy also previews fundamental shifts in dietary guidelines related to protein and saturated fats, suggesting exciting changes ahead for U.S. nutrition policy. Additionally, he critiques the GOP's past inaction on important issues like the release of Epstein investigation files.
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Trump Commits To Epstein File Release
- Donald Trump reversed course and said he would sign a bill to release Jeffrey Epstein federal files if Congress passes it.
- He framed the issue as a Democratic problem and said disclosure shouldn't distract from Republican achievements.
Discharge Petition Forces House Vote
- A discharge petition led by Reps. Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna forced momentum for a House vote on the Epstein Files Transparency Act.
- Bipartisan pressure, survivor advocacy, and a majority of members signing the petition overcame prior committee stonewalling.
Kennedy Calls Out Last-Minute U-Turn
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. accused Republicans of previously blocking transparency and called Trump's late support a face-saving move.
- He said he would only believe it when the Senate votes and the president signs into law.