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Time of India
32 minutes ago
- Time of India
Epstein files stay sealed — Republicans block move to force Trump admin to reveal details
An effort to open the sex offender Jeffrey Epstein investigation files to the public was blocked on Monday after Republican members of Congress rejected an amendment that would have required the Trump administration to release the sealed documents, as per a report. Epstein File Release Blocked by House Republicans The amendment proposed by California Congressman Ro Khanna was a Democratic amendment that would have allowed Congress to vote on whether the files should be made public or not, as reported by Newsweek. However, the GOP members of the House Rules Committee voted it down 5 to 7 on Monday evening, against the amendment, as per the report. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like They Are Unstoppable: The Most Beautiful and Talented Female Athletes ALSO READ: Trump's tariff threat could trigger recession as August 1 deadline looms, and he might not blink this time What the Amendment Aimed to Do Khanna's amendment was in effect a procedural measure that was tacked on to the GENIUS Act, which is related to digital assets like cryptocurrency, and if the amendment were to get passed, it would have forced Attorney General Pam Bondi to publish the Epstein documents on a "publicly accessible website," as reported by Newsweek. Live Events The Democratic Congressman wrote on social media X, saying, "Rules voted 5-7 to block the full House from voting on my amendment to have a FULL release of the Epstein file. People are fed up. They are fed up. Thanks Rep. Ralph Norman. Need to put the American people before party!," as quoted in the report. ALSO READ: Canada's job crisis? Student unemployment skyrockets to 14.2% — is a recession here already? Why the Epstein Files Still Matter The Epstein case has gained a lot of attention in US politics, and the issue has driven conspiracy theories and mistrust in various federal institutions in the last few years, according to Newsweek. The controversy came to the spotlight again after the Justice Department's recent memo said that there was no evidence of a client list or blackmail materials, which contradicted previous statements, as per the report. Epstein was accused of being a notorious child sex offender, but he died in his jail cell in 2019 while awaiting trial on further charges of sex trafficking minors, while FBI investigators concluded he killed himself, as reported by Newsweek. Elon Musk's Deleted Claim While Tesla CEO Elon Musk had also claimed in a now-deleted social media post that US president Donald Trump's name appeared in the Epstein files, and he called on Trump to release the files "as promised," as reported by Newsweek. Donald Trump Distances Himself from Epstein Controversy Trump, who does not stand accused of wrongdoing in connection with Epstein, has responded, saying he cannot understand why people are "still talking about [...] this creep," as quoted in the report. Democrats Keep Pushing for Public Disclosure This case has led Democrats to seek to release the files publicly, and the matter made its way into the political discourse as the House Rules Committee considered the issue after a failed attempt by the Democrats to force a vote in Congress on whether the Epstein files should be made public, as reported by Newsweek. FAQs Did the amendment pass? No. It was blocked in the House Rules Committee by a 7–5 vote, as per the Newsweek report. Is Trump involved in the Epstein case? There's no evidence he is named in the files or accused of wrongdoing.
Mint
34 minutes ago
- Mint
Indian student's US visa 'put on hold' for not disclosing Reddit account details: 'Officer raised a concern...'
Days after the US State Department directed all student visitors applying for F, M, or J non-immigrant visas to adjust the privacy settings on their social media accounts to 'public', a social media user has shared their ordeal online, claiming their application was 'put on hold' after they failed to disclose details about their Reddit account. "I had my F-1 visa interview recently. During the interview, the visa officer raised a concern about my Reddit account, which I had not listed on my DS-160 form," wrote the original poster on one of the visa-related subreddits. The user claimed their account was public and did not contain any offensive posts. "She mentioned that the account was not visible even though it was set to public, and at the end of the interview, she issued me a 221(g) slip requesting that I make all my social media handles public," the user explained. "My concern is that my account appeared private to her, even though it was already public. What if it's a technical issue that recurs when she rechecks my handle, which may lead to a refusal?" they added. Screengrab from the viral post, A 221(g) slip is issued when a visa application is temporarily placed on hold—not refused. Applicants are advised to respond promptly to any additional requests or documentation to avoid delays. Since 2019, US visa applicants have been subject to social media vetting. However, recent developments suggest that foreign nationals are now facing increased scrutiny. This heightened surveillance coincides with broader immigration enforcement measures introduced during the Trump administration, including ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) raids targeting undocumented migrants. The intensified monitoring also comes amid growing anti-Israel protests and opposition to ICE on US university campuses, particularly following government action against pro-Palestinian students. There is mounting concern that the administration is using social media activity to filter out applicants with dissenting views—especially those critical of US immigration policies or engaged in geopolitical discourse such as the Israel-Palestine conflict. Authorities appear to be closely examining individuals' cultural beliefs, political opinions, and any content perceived as 'radical.'
Time of India
36 minutes ago
- Time of India
Shocking twist: Trump allegedly kept real FIFA Club World Cup trophy — Chelsea left holding a fake
Before the final match of the FIFA Club World Cup , U.S. President Donald Trump told broadcaster DAZN that FIFA gave him the original trophy to keep. Trump said FIFA President Gianni Infantino visited the White House in March and brought the trophy with him. According to Trump, Infantino told him, 'Could you hold this trophy for a little while?' — and later said, 'We're never going to pick it up. You can have it forever in the Oval Office.' Trump added that FIFA made a new version of the trophy for the winners, while the original stayed in the White House, as stated by the Independent. Chelsea got a fake trophy This means Chelsea, who beat PSG in the final, actually got a replica instead of the real $230,000 trophy. The original trophy is gold-plated and designed by Tiffany & Co., featuring a spinning ring design, as per the Daily Beast report. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Dayton: Here's The Average Price of a 6-Hour Gutter Upgrade Read More Undo Trump joked during the interview that he might sign an executive order to change the name of 'soccer' to 'football' in the U.S. When the interviewer suggested it seriously, Trump replied: 'I think I could do that.' Trump took over the celebration During the final at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey, Trump was booed by fans when shown on the screen with Melania. He later went on the pitch with Infantino to present the medals and the trophy to Chelsea, as per the report by Independent. Live Events Infantino, who is close to Trump, has visited Washington D.C. 10 times since Trump returned to office. FIFA also moved its New York office to Trump Tower recently, showing their growing bond, as per the Daily Beast report. ALSO READ: Spanish firm caught supplying Russia? 110-ton war machine sparks sanctions violation fears After presenting the trophy, Trump stayed on stage with Chelsea players, which surprised and confused them. Cole Palmer, Chelsea's star who scored twice, said: 'I didn't know he was going to be on the stand when we lifted the trophy. I was a bit confused', as stated by the reports. Captain Reece James also said they were told Trump would leave after handing over the trophy, but he didn't. Reports also say Infantino gave Trump a winner's medal, though it's not confirmed if Trump kept it, as stated in the report by The Athletic. Trump made the final more about himself — from being booed to staying on stage during Chelsea's celebration, according to the report by Daily Beast. FAQs Q1. Did Donald Trump keep the real FIFA Club World Cup trophy? Yes, Trump said FIFA gave him the original trophy to keep in the Oval Office, and Chelsea received a replica instead. Q2. Why did Chelsea get a fake Club World Cup trophy? Because FIFA President Infantino gifted the original to Trump, saying they would make a new one for the winners.
