🔗 Share this article Senate Approves Measure to Release Jeffrey Epstein Documents The upper chamber of Congress on this Tuesday passed without delay to legislation that will force the release of investigative files concerning the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, after a almost unanimous vote in the lower house and a change of position by the president and his GOP allies. The White House relented after an extended period of trying to forestall the joint action involving a case that has followed the president since his comeback to the White House. Unanimous Approval in Congress Senators proceeded by general agreement, which requires approval from each senator but does not require a recorded vote, accelerating the process. Just before, the House passed by a huge margin the bill on a massive majority. The public have waited long enough. Those affected have suffered long enough,” the Senate Democratic leader declared in a address to the chamber on Tuesday, before urging the Senate to adopt it by consent. “Let the truth come out. Allow openness to prevail.” Next Steps The bill next heads to Donald Trump for his endorsement. The president indicated on the previous day that he would sign the measure. Though the president has for months rejected the controversy over the authorities' approach of the investigation as a “political stunt”, he signalled his support for the measure over the past few days, and said he would sign the measure if it comes to him. Reaction Democrats, along with survivors of Epstein and their representatives who were watching from a public section, applauded after the bill was passed. The sole “no” vote came from a Louisiana Republican, who expressed concern he was concerned the measure would disclose personal information of people, potential suspects and others implicated in the investigation. Other Headlines Trump faces criticism for labeling a journalist as ‘piggy’ during a clash aboard Air Force One. Judge rejects ‘discriminatory’ maps in Texas that gave Republicans more districts. A significant number of US education agency’s authorities moved to other branches as part of administration efforts. Large-scale operations expand to the state's capital, with authorities confirming ongoing activities.