Lawmakers in the House appear poised to take swift action on a set of Epstein files. This development underscores the urgency and political focus surrounding the matter.

Republicans are celebrating as the House of Representatives gathers to vote on ending a shutdown, with the ballot expected as early as today. Their optimism underscores a rapidly changing political landscape, signaling a possible resolution on the horizon.

Kentucky Republican Rep. Thomas Massie says he is close to securing 218 signatures in the House to force a vote on releasing Jeffrey Epstein’s federal investigation files. If he reaches that threshold, the discharge petition would bring the matter to the floor for further debate and potential disclosure.