New Epstein files fail to quell outrage as advocates claim documents are being withheld

The release of over 3 million Epstein investigative files by the Trump administration's Department of Justice has not satisfied advocates and victims, who argue that millions of documents remain withheld and that the disclosure process has been marred by missed deadlines and questionable redactions.

Elon Musk's SpaceX buys Elon Musk's xAI

Elon Musk's SpaceX has acquired artificial intelligence start-up xAI, combining two of his companies to create a vertically-integrated innovation engine. The deal aims to develop AI data centers in space, leveraging near-constant solar power. The combined company is expected to have a valuation of $1.25trn, and the acquisition comes ahead of SpaceX's anticipated initial public offering.

Texas Democrat sworn in to House, shrinking GOP margin to 1 vote

Alex Pretti’s shooting death ruled a homicide, medical examiner says

The Hennepin County Medical Examiner’s Office ruled the death of Alex Pretti, a protester shot by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis, a homicide. The 37-year-old nurse died from multiple gunshot wounds, according to the report. The Justice Department has launched a civil rights investigation into the incident.

Bill and Hillary Clinton agree to testify in House Epstein probe ahead of contempt vote

Former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton have agreed to testify in a House investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, following a subpoena from the House Oversight Committee. The Clintons had previously refused to appear before the committee. The Oversight Committee had voted to advance contempt resolutions for the Clintons to the House floor, but suspended consideration of the resolution after the Clintons agreed to provide testimony. The subpoena requested testimony related to the crimes perpetrated by Epstein. The Justice Department has released over 3.5 million pages of files related to Epstein, including numerous pictures of Bill Clinton who had flown on Epstein’s plane for Clinton Foundation trips before Epstein was charged with any sex crimes.

DOJ Takes Down Thousands of Epstein Documents for Victims’ Safety, Bondi Says

The Department of Justice removed thousands of Epstein Files from its website due to redaction errors that may have inadvertently included victim-identifying information. This decision followed a request from lawyers representing Epstein’s victims, who cited thousands of redaction failures. The DOJ has revised its protocols and is reviewing the documents to identify any other materials that may require further redaction.

All Democrats Backed Sanders Push to Repeal $75B for ICE to Undo Medicaid Cuts

All Democrats supported Sen. Bernie Sanders's amendment to repeal $75 billion in additional funds for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and redirect it to Medicaid, potentially preventing 700,000 people from losing their health care. The amendment, which failed 49 to 51, reflects growing opposition to Trump's immigration policies, even within his own party. Two Republicans, Sen. Susan Collins and Sen. Lisa Murkowski, joined the Democrats in voting for the amendment.