🔗 Share this article Senate Approves Legislation to Release Jeffrey Epstein Files The Senate on Tuesday gave swift approval to a bill that will mandate the disclosure of case documents associated with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, after a near-unanimous vote in the US House of Representatives and a reversal by Donald Trump and his Republican allies. The administration changed course after months of trying to delay the bipartisan effort involving a scandal that has followed the president since his comeback to the White House. Expedited Approval in Congress The Senate acted by general agreement, which needs acceptance from each senator but does not require a individual voting process, expediting the process. Just before, the House voted decisively for the bill on a massive majority. Citizens have endured sufficient delay. Jeffrey Epstein’s victims have suffered long enough,” the Senate Democratic leader stated in a address to the chamber on Tuesday, before asking the Senate to pass it unanimously. “Uncover the facts. Ensure full disclosure.” Future Action The measure next heads to the president for his endorsement. He indicated on the previous day that he would endorse the legislation. Even though the president has for months rejected the outcry over the authorities' approach of the investigation as a “false narrative”, he expressed his backing for the measure over the weekend, and stated he would give his assent if it comes to him. Support and Opposition Democrats, along with survivors of Epstein and their supporters who were present in a public section, cheered after the bill was passed. The sole “no” vote came from a Louisiana Republican, who expressed concern he was concerned the measure would make public identifying details of individuals involved, persons of interest and others implicated in the investigation. Additional News Updates The president faces criticism for calling a female Bloomberg reporter as ‘piggy’ during a clash onboard Air Force One. Federal judge blocks ‘racially gerrymandered’ maps in the state of Texas that awarded GOP more districts. A significant number of US education agency’s responsibilities transferred to other federal departments as part of White House efforts. Raids move to North Carolina capital, with authorities noting ongoing activities.