House Subcommittee Votes to Subpoena Epstein Documents Amid GOP Resistance

The controversy surrounding Jeffrey Epstein's files continues to intensify under President Donald Trump's administration, with heightened scrutiny over the lack of transparency and alleged cover-ups. CNN commentator Ana Navarro criticized Trump supporters for overlooking his close friendship with Epstein, highlighting their deep personal ties. Mark Epstein, Jeffrey's brother, alleged in a podcast interview that Jeffrey's 2019 death was a murder covered up by Trump and Attorney General Pam Bondi, citing missing evidence and forensic inconsistencies. House Republicans, led by Speaker Mike Johnson, have faced criticism for an early summer recess that delays potential votes on releasing more Epstein documents, with Rep. James Comer expressing surprise at the timing. Meanwhile, MAGA figure Kevin O'Leary's attempts to downplay public interest in the Epstein files were firmly rebuffed on CNN, where panelists emphasized the widespread concern among Americans, fueled by Trump's own longstanding promises to expose an Epstein client list. The Epstein files remain a flashpoint within Trump's base and broader political discourse, with ongoing demands for justice and full disclosure.