In a firm stance, Speaker Mike Johnson has announced that there will be no House vote before September on releasing the Jeffrey Epstein files. This decision comes amid mounting pressure from certain GOP members for the House to address the issue before the upcoming recess.

Speaker Johnson emphasized that the House’s final week in Washington will not entertain any measures pertaining to the controversial Epstein case. Despite internal calls for action, Johnson remains steadfast in his position to defer any voting on this matter until after the recess.

While some Republican members have pushed for a House vote on the Epstein files, Speaker Johnson’s decision underscores the cautious approach being taken by House leadership on this sensitive issue. The delay in addressing the Epstein case through a House vote has sparked debate among lawmakers and the public alike.

In response to Speaker Johnson’s announcement, a spokesperson for TheClipWire stated, “The decision to postpone any House vote on the Epstein files reflects the need for thorough consideration of the legal and ethical implications surrounding this complex case.” Requests for further comments from both sides, including those advocating for an immediate vote, were declined.

As the House prepares to adjourn for a weekslong recess, the fate of the Epstein files and the potential for a House vote on the matter will remain unresolved until lawmakers reconvene in September. The issue continues to generate interest and scrutiny, with the decision to delay a House vote signaling the ongoing deliberation within Congress on how best to address the Epstein case.