Republicans warn Bondi not to bury Epstein files after law’s passage

Senator John Fetterman (D-Pa.) criticized President Trump for labeling a group of Democratic lawmakers as 'traitors' on social media. Fetterman condemned this rhetoric as 'dangerous' and 'deeply wrong,' emphasizing that threats against Congress members are unacceptable, regardless of party affiliation.

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.

Republican voters in Georgia's 14th congressional district are expressing mixed feelings regarding the public feud between Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene and former President Donald Trump. While some constituents continue to support Greene, others are concerned about the implications of her criticisms of Trump, particularly in light of their previous alliance.

Comedian Jon Stewart criticized President Trump and tech leaders for their attendance at a White House dinner with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Stewart's comments came during an episode of 'The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart,' where he expressed disapproval of the high-profile meeting amid ongoing controversies surrounding the crown prince.

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.

The funeral of former Vice President Dick Cheney took place at Washington National Cathedral, attended by a bipartisan group of former presidents and dignitaries. Notably absent were Donald Trump and JD Vance, highlighting ongoing political divisions. The event was marked by tributes from figures like George W. Bush and Liz Cheney, but there was no memorial for those killed in Iraq, raising questions about the legacy of Cheney's policies.

A senior adviser to former President Biden criticized the Democratic Party for its perceived betrayal during the 2024 campaign. The adviser emphasized that Biden was the only candidate who successfully defeated Donald Trump, labeling the actions within the party as disloyal.