Dems Unleash Secret Weapon in Epstein Files Fight!

2025-07-31 12:01:30.896

Senate Democrats are employing a rarely used procedural tool to force the release of additional files from the Jeffrey Epstein case. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and fellow Democrats on the Senate Homeland Security Committee sent a letter to Attorney General Pam Bondi, demanding the release of all Epstein-related files, including audio and video, by August 15th. This action is based on a nearly 100-year-old law allowing a group of committee members to request information from the administration, even without subpoena power. The Justice Department is unlikely to comply, anticipating a protracted legal fight. While both Republican and Democratic lawmakers have called for more transparency, the Democrats' move is seen as a strategic effort to keep the issue prominent as lawmakers head into their August recess. The Democrats are prepared to go to court, viewing the controversy as a key test for President Trump. Meanwhile, in the House, a bipartisan effort is underway to subpoena the files, and House Speaker Mike Johnson is navigating internal GOP pressure to release more information, while warning against a poorly drafted resolution.