TRUMP100 Congress forces Trump to release the Epstein files
Nov 19, 2025
Lawmakers are demanding the release of the Epstein files after emotional testimonies from survivors. Trump may not be able to block it this time. Meanwhile, he hosts crown prince Mohammed bin Salman amid controversial ties, casually brushing off journalist Khashoggi's fate with 'things happen.' Plus, Cristiano Ronaldo makes a triumphant return to the US, dining with Trump after more than a decade of absence, all while navigating a history of controversy. The intertwining of politics, justice, and celebrity makes for a compelling discussion.
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Survivors Reframe The Epstein Files Debate
- Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein publicly demanded release of files, holding photos of themselves as teenagers to show what was taken from them.
- Their presence outside Congress reframed the bill as a moral, not merely political, imperative.
Survivors Display Childhood Photos
- Survivors held photos of themselves as 14–17-year-olds to show lives lost to Epstein's abuse.
- James Matthews described how the images underlined why the case still haunts victims decades later.
Trump U-Turn Triggered Fast Congressional Vote
- A sudden Trump U-turn unlocked rapid congressional action and near-unanimous House passage of the release bill.
- Political alignment behind Trump turned potential opposition into swift legislative approval.