Trump news at a glance: Bill to release Epstein files approved by Senate and House

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has labeled House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer a 'stone-cold liar' following accusations that Jeffries solicited donations from Jeffrey Epstein. The exchange highlights ongoing tensions within the House regarding Epstein's connections and the implications for Democratic leadership.

The Senate is progressing on a bill aimed at clarifying oversight of the cryptocurrency industry, with the release of the second half of the draft legislation. However, significant policy questions remain as lawmakers work towards passing the bill early.

Larry Summers has resigned from the OpenAI board and stepped back from public duties following the release of emails revealing his years of correspondence with Jeffrey Epstein. Summers expressed feelings of 'shame' regarding these communications during a recent interaction with Harvard students.

A recent incident involving President Donald Trump aboard Air Force One has sparked significant outrage. During a press gaggle, Trump directed an insult at a female reporter, calling her 'piggy' while pointing angrily. This incident has gained traction on social media, contributing to a growing list of controversial remarks made by the president in recent days.

U.S. Virgin Islands Delegate Stacey Plaskett defended her texting with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, stating that as a prosecutor, gathering information from various sources is essential. This defense comes amid scrutiny over her communications with Epstein during a congressional hearing in 2019, which has sparked controversy and allegations of impropriety.

Saad Almadi, a 75-year-old US citizen, has been released by Saudi Arabia after being imprisoned for five months due to critical tweets about the government. His release follows a meeting between Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and former President Donald Trump, which has been linked to Almadi's case. Initially sentenced to 19 years in prison in 2021, Almadi's charges were later reduced to cyber crimes, resulting in a 30-year travel ban.

Former Harvard President Larry Summers announced he will continue teaching despite stepping back from public activities following the revelation of extensive communications with Jeffrey Epstein. Summers expressed his commitment to providing important instruction to his economics class amid the backlash.

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has publicly released his bank records to counter unsubstantiated claims made by U.S. President Donald Trump regarding his alleged ties to drug trafficking. This move aims to clarify his financial dealings amidst ongoing scrutiny.