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House Oversight Says DOJ Could Be 'Playing Games' with Epstein Files — Lawmakers Outline Next Steps

House Oversight Democrats say they fear the Justice Department and the White House are blocking additional Jeffrey Epstein records and allege an "intense White House cover-up."

They warn former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi could use what they call "sham" investigations to keep key evidence from the public.

Rep. Suhas Subramanyam told The Weekend the committee is prepared to use subpoenas, hearings and other oversight tools to force transparency.

House Oversight Says DOJ Could Be 'Playing Games' with Epstein Files — Lawmakers Outline Next Steps

House Oversight Democrats Press for More Epstein Records, Warn of Obstruction

House Oversight Democrats say they suspect the Department of Justice and the Trump administration may be obstructing the release of additional Jeffrey Epstein records. Lawmakers voiced concerns about what they described as an "intense White House cover-up" and warned that former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi could use what they called "sham" investigations to keep crucial evidence from becoming public.

Rep. Suhas Subramanyam discussed the matter on The Weekend, emphasizing the committee's determination to pursue the records. He said lawmakers are prepared to use their oversight tools to force transparency and accountability.

"We will follow the documents and pursue every available avenue to get the truth," Subramanyam said, according to his appearance on the show.

While the committee has not yet disclosed specific actions, House Oversight Democrats say potential next steps could include issuing subpoenas, pressing for expedited document production, and holding public hearings to compel testimony and make the record public. The goal, they say, is to prevent any effort to shield evidence under the guise of unrelated investigations.

Supporters of releasing the files argue that transparency is essential given the gravity of the allegations connected to Epstein and his network. Critics, however, may dispute the committee's characterization of the administration's motives.

The Oversight panel plans to continue investigating and pressing federal agencies for full cooperation as it seeks to determine whether records are being withheld and why.

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