Judge seeks to shield Epstein victims after dozens of names exposed in documents release

President Trump has adopted a populist stance by blaming health insurers for the rising costs of healthcare, as he seeks to counter Democratic criticisms regarding the GOP's handling of healthcare affordability. This shift comes amid ongoing discussions in Congress about extending enhanced premium tax credits under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), which are set to expire soon.

Rep. Joe Courtney (D-Conn.) and Rep. Greg Murphy (R-N.C.) appeared on Meet the Press NOW to discuss their bipartisan legislation aimed at addressing the opioid epidemic affecting veterans. The lawmakers emphasized the importance of collaboration across party lines to tackle this critical issue.

US boat strikes have previously resulted in fatalities among US citizens, raising concerns about maritime safety. If Congress does not take action, experts warn that a similar tragedy could occur again in the future.

President Donald Trump announced a plan to permanently pause migration from all third world countries following a shooting incident in Washington, D.C., where two members of the West Virginia National Guard were critically injured. The attack, suspected to be carried out by an Afghan national, resulted in the death of Guardsman Sarah Beckstrom, while Andrew Wolfe remains hospitalized in critical condition.

Congress is investigating recent betting scandals that have emerged in the NBA and Major League Baseball, following federal charges against players involved in illegal gambling activities. This scrutiny comes amid a growing sports gambling boom that raises significant integrity concerns within these leagues.

Dozens of names of victims associated with Jeffrey Epstein were disclosed in documents released by Congress, prompting lawyers to petition the court for privacy concerns. This release follows a significant legislative push to mandate the Justice Department to disclose all files related to Epstein's activities.

The Justice Department is facing significant challenges in its efforts to reinstate criminal charges against former FBI Director James Comey after a federal judge dismissed the case, citing the unlawful appointment of the prosecutor involved. This ruling has raised questions about the legitimacy of the charges and the conduct of the Justice Department in this matter.

Senator Mark Kelly criticized Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth as 'totally unqualified' following an investigation launched by Hegseth into Kelly's comments encouraging service members to defy illegal orders in a viral video. This investigation has raised significant concerns regarding Kelly's conduct and the implications for military protocol.