Johnson Accused of Delaying Democrat's Swearing in to Avoid Epstein Vote

Johnson accused of delaying Democrat's swearing in to avoid Epstein vote

Democrats are accusing House Speaker Mike Johnson of delaying swearing in a new representative over Epstein files.

Government Shuts Down as Johnson Refuses to Recall House, Delays Swearing-In to Block Epstein Vote - Mahomet Daily

As the federal government prepares to shut down at midnight, the House of Representatives remains absent from the nation’s capital, with Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) refusing to bring members back for emergency votes that could prevent the funding lapse.  Johnson announced earlier this week that the House would remain out of session until October 7, even as negotiations over government funding have stalled between Republicans and Democrats. The …