Lawmakers hammer DOJ over Epstein files release

Rep. Jason Crow (D-Colo.) has been contacted by the Department of Justice regarding his participation in a video with five other Democratic lawmakers, which encouraged military personnel to refuse illegal orders following President Trump's controversial military actions in the Caribbean.

A House committee is pressing New York University (NYU) and Columbia University regarding their connections to Jeffrey Epstein, as victims allege that he promised assistance for their admissions and funded their studies at these prestigious institutions. This scrutiny follows a broader examination of Epstein's influence in academia.

The Department of Justice has confirmed that Lindsey Halligan will continue to serve as the U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, despite a federal judge's ruling that questioned her legal authority to hold the position. This decision comes amid ongoing legal challenges involving high-profile cases, including those against former FBI Director James Comey.

Chaos erupted during a press conference led by House Oversight Chairman James Comer regarding contempt proceedings against Hillary Clinton related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, as an activist interrupted repeatedly. This incident highlights the contentious atmosphere surrounding the investigation and the political implications for those involved.

The House Oversight Committee, led by Chairman James Comer, announced plans to hold Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress after she and her husband, Bill Clinton, refused to comply with subpoenas regarding their connections to Jeffrey Epstein. This move follows their public statement indicating noncompliance with the investigative panel's requests for testimony.

The House Oversight Committee, led by Chairman James Comer, plans to hold former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress after she failed to appear for a scheduled deposition related to the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. This decision follows the refusal of both Hillary and Bill Clinton to comply with subpoenas regarding their connections to Epstein.

Several federal prosecutors in Minnesota have resigned following pressure from the Department of Justice to investigate the widow of a woman shot by an ICE agent. This incident has raised significant concerns regarding the handling of immigration enforcement and the accountability of federal agencies.

House Republicans are intensifying their investigation into Jeffrey Epstein by seeking testimony from Bill and Hillary Clinton, who have stated they have already provided written responses regarding their knowledge of Epstein. The House Oversight Committee, led by Chairman James Comer, is considering holding the Clintons in contempt of Congress for their non-compliance with subpoenas.