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Politics● Low5d ago · Nov 5, 2026, 9:27 PM

Epstein files back in spotlight after midterms

GlobeAlert Desk · curated from Axios · North America

Congress returns next week facing a renewed push for transparency over the Jeffrey Epstein files, as a top House Democrat promises new investigations following the party's midterm victories. Why it matters: The Epstein files controversy has been a recurring political issue throughout President Trump's second term and featured prominently in the midterm campaigns. Democrats' incoming House majority could bring fresh scrutiny of his administration's handling of the files.Driving the news: Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) is harnessing that momentum as lawmakers return, ahead of his January departure f

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