The Senate on Tuesday unanimously agreed to approve the House’s bill requiring the Justice Department to release unclassified Jeffrey Epstein records, clearing the way for the measure to reach President Donald Trump’s desk.
The move came just hours after the House passed the bill 427–1. Senate Democrats and Republicans agreed to deem the bill passed immediately upon receipt, leaving no room for amendments — a decision that angered House Speaker Mike Johnson, who argued the bill needed changes.
.@POTUS TORCHES @marykbruce — then dismantles her question: "You're a terrible person and a terrible reporter... I have nothing to do with Jeffrey Epstein. I threw him out of my club many years ago because I thought he was a sick pervert — I guess I turned out to be right." pic.twitter.com/o0EhrHW1mz
— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) November 18, 2025
Trump has said he will sign the measure, though he noted online that Republicans should remain focused on his broader agenda.
The bill orders Attorney General Pam Bondi to release all unclassified DOJ materials tied to Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell within 30 days, excluding victims’ identities and child abuse material.
Epstein survivors and House Democrats applauded the Senate’s swift action. Still, officials expect some files to remain sealed due to ongoing investigations or claims of executive privilege.
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