Senate Democrats Press DOJ for Epstein Files Release

Senate Democrats have invoked the 'Rule of Five,' allowing any five members of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee to compel the Department of Justice to release all files related to Jeffrey Epstein by August 15. Democrats argue public disclosure is necessary for transparency, citing unfulfilled promises by President Trump and raising concerns that concealed information could be used by foreign adversaries. The DOJ has acknowledged the request but has not committed to releasing the documents. Republican leaders have delayed related House votes, citing the importance of protecting victims' privacy. This demand follows skepticism over official findings that no Epstein 'client list' exists and has intensified partisan divisions. Democrats emphasize their effort as a legitimate exercise of congressional oversight rather than a political maneuver.