US Senate Republicans block attempt to sue Trump administration over Epstein files

By: Ashley Murray

Outlets: DC Bureau (States Newsroom)

Published: February 5, 2026

Words: 650

Last Updated: 1 week, 2 days ago

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WASHINGTON — Senate Republicans blocked a Democratic proposal Thursday to sue the Trump administration over allegations that it did not fully release the Epstein files, as mandated under a law unanimously approved by senators and signed by the president nearly three months ago.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., asked for unanimous consent on a resolution compelling the Republican-led Senate to challenge President Donald Trump in court to release more records from the government’s investigation …

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