Murphy says he's 'sure there are Democrats' in Epstein files: 'So what?'

West Virginia Attorney General John McCuskey has responded to the support of 130 congressional Democrats for trans athlete Becky Pepper-Jackson in a Supreme Court case concerning participation in women's sports. This case highlights the ongoing debate over the inclusion of transgender athletes in competitive sports.

Democrats are eagerly entering the race to succeed retiring House Representative Jerry Nadler, who has represented a significant portion of Manhattan. The competition is expected to be fierce as various candidates vie for the Democratic nomination in New York's 12th Congressional District.

The Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against California Governor Gavin Newsom over a state measure that allows illegal immigrants to access in-state tuition benefits. The lawsuit argues that this policy violates federal law and undermines the integrity of the immigration system.

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has initiated an investigation into its own handling of mortgage fraud allegations against Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.). A federal grand jury in Maryland has been convened to examine the circumstances surrounding the case, which raises concerns about potential influence from allies of former President Trump.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) expressed disagreement with President Trump's suggestion that Democratic lawmakers should face imprisonment or the death penalty for urging military personnel to resist unlawful orders. Thune condemned Trump's remarks, which followed a video from Democrats encouraging military members to disobey illegal commands.

California Congressman Ro Khanna has urged officials to ensure the release of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein's crimes, warning that any obstruction will lead to prosecution. Khanna emphasized that the identities of all individuals involved, regardless of political affiliation, must be disclosed. This follows President Trump's recent signing of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which mandates the Justice Department to release the files within 30 days.

NBC News Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki discusses a special election in a strongly Republican congressional district in Tennessee, which may provide unexpected opportunities for Democrats. This election is viewed as a potential indicator for the upcoming midterm elections.

Democratic senators clashed with Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) on the Senate floor over a resolution that would clarify that any damages won by Republican senators from lawsuits against the Department of Justice (DOJ) would be directed to the U.S. Treasury instead of the senators' personal accounts. This confrontation highlights ongoing tensions regarding the appropriateness of such provisions.