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Why Rep. Tim Burchett Calls for Careful Release of Epstein Files
Rep. Tim Burchett accused House Democrats of politicizing and selectively leaking Jeffrey Epstein files while Oversight leaders emphasize victim privacy through careful review.
- On Wednesday, Rep. Tim Burchett said House Democrats blocked his effort to fast‑track release of remaining Jeffrey Epstein files after he sought unanimous consent on the House floor.
- The files will return to the normal review process overseen by House Oversight Chair James Comer, with sexual-abuse victims urging caution and mixed wishes about public release.
- Critics say prior releases were cherry‑picked to shape narratives, noting Democrats on the Oversight Committee released cherry‑picked emails referencing President Donald Trump, while Burchett accused them of selective leaks for political gain.
- Democrats informed the parliamentarian they would object, stopping the unanimous-consent effort, while a reported 40 or 50 Republican members signaled support to force a discharge petition vote.
- The dispute highlights partisan claims about selective disclosure and timing, as Burchett said Democrats have held the material for four years and accused them of withholding it, arguing President Joe Biden would have released it sooner.
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