Overview
- The House approved the bill 427–1, with Republican Clay Higgins opposing over concerns about risks to witnesses and family members.
- Senate leaders advanced the legislation by unanimous consent following the lopsided House vote.
- President Donald Trump said he will sign the measure if it reaches his desk and called the case a “hoax.”
- The legislation applies to Justice Department records that are not classified, with classified and other legally protected materials remaining under existing restrictions.
- The push gained momentum after House Oversight Democrats released emails suggesting Epstein’s contacts with prominent figures and an offer of assistance to Russians regarding Trump.