U.S. House approves bill to release files on Jeffrey Epstein case

The U.S. House of Representatives voted 304-0 to approve a bill that directs the Justice Department to release all files related to the case against convicted sex offender and trafficker Jeffrey Epstein. The bill will now proceed to the Senate for further consideration.

This legislative action follows ongoing public interest in the Epstein case, which has been a subject of scrutiny and discussion. House Speaker Mike Johnson has previously warned that the release of these files could pose risks to national security, highlighting the sensitive nature of the information involved. For more on this topic, see earlier coverage.

The approval of this bill marks a significant step in the ongoing efforts to increase transparency surrounding Epstein"s case and the broader implications of his criminal activities. The outcome in the Senate remains to be seen.