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Epstein survivors' video message urges release of files

The women show photos of their younger selves, sharing ages they met Epstein.
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In a video from World Without Exploitation, Jeffrey Epstein survivors are seen holding photos of their younger selves, as some of them recite their ages when they met him.
November 17

Warren urges Trump administration to 'immediately cease' student loan selloff plans

Administration is reportedly looking to sell the portfolio to private companies.
November 17
Sen. Elizabeth Warren speaks to reporters following a vote on Capitol Hill on November 9, 2025 in Washington, DC.
November 17

Trump calls for Republicans to vote to release Epstein files

President Donald Trump took to social media to urge Republicans to vote in favor of the release of the Justice Department files related to Jeffrey Epstein, a noticeable change to his past rhetoric.
November 17
President Donald Trump took to social media to urge Republicans to vote in favor of the release of the Justice Department files related to Jeffrey Epstein, a noticeable change to his past rhetoric.
November 16

Trump calls for Republicans to vote to release Epstein files

"We have nothing to hide," Trump wrote. 
November 16
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., speaks alongside then-former President Donald Trump at a campaign event in Rome, Georgia, on March 9, 2024.
November 16

Fallout between Trump and Marjorie Taylor Greene over Epstein files investigation

Casey Burgat, a professor at George Washington University, joins to discuss the escalating feud between President Trump and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene over the Epstein files investigation.
November 16
VIDEO: Fallout between Trump and Marjorie Taylor Greene over Epstein files investigation
November 16

Trump, Marjorie Taylor Greene escalate feud over Epstein probe

The president has vowed to back a primary challenger against Greene.
November 16
President Donald Trump speaks at a meeting on Oct. 26, 2025, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. | Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene speaks at a press conference at the U.S. Capitol Building, on May 18, 2023, in Washington, D.C.
November 16

Timeline: US strikes on alleged drug boats

Trump has said he's protecting American lives while some question the legality.
November 16
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced on his X account that the Department of War conducted a lethal kinetic strike on a vessel being operated by a Designated Terrorist Organization and conducting narco-trafficking in the Eastern Pacific on Oct. 21, 2022.
November 16

House Republicans expected to vote on Tuesday on Epstein files release

President Donald Trump and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s feud escalated over the potential of releasing the Epstein files.
November 16
VIDEO: House Republicans expected to vote on Tuesday on Epstein files release
November 16

House to vote this week whether to release Epstein files

Rep. Robin Kelly, D-Ill., joins ABC News Live to discuss the release of the Epstein files.
November 16
VIDEO: House to vote this week whether to release Epstein files
November 16

Massie: '100 or more' House Republicans could vote to release Epstein files

The Republican congressman pushed for a vote in the House to release the files.
November 16
Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., appears on ABC News' "This Week" on Nov. 16, 2025.
November 16

Democratic Sen. Murphy says capitulating to end shutdown was 'a mistake'

Murphy says Dems shouldn't have given up without Obamacare subsidies extension.
November 16
Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., appears on ABC News' "This Week" on Nov. 16, 2025.
November 16

'This Week' Transcript 11-16-25: WH NEC Director Hassett, Sen. Murphy and Rep. Massie

This is a rush transcript of "This Week" airing Sunday, November 16.
November 16
Sen. Chris Murphy speaks with reporters as he arrives for Senate votes to reopen the government on day 41 of the government shutdown at the US Capitol in Washington, D.C., Nov. 10, 2025.
November 15

Comey & James indictments challenged, and senators who could sue for $500K

ABC legal analyst James Sample on how James Comey’s and Letitia James’ attorneys could get prosecutor tossed; and how senators could sue if their phones were tapped during the J6 investigation.
November 15
VIDEO: Comey & James indictments challenged, and senators who could sue for $500K
November 15

Trump slashes tariffs to help Americans ‘gobble’ up more this Thanksgiving

The White House on Thursday announced framework deals with Argentina, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Ecuador that it hopes will bring down the costs of certain groceries ahead of Thanksgiving.
November 15
VIDEO: Trump slashes tariffs to help Americans ‘gobble’ up more this Thanksgiving
November 15

'They could have held out': Democratic voters support party after shutdown ends

Many Democratic voters are blaming the GOP for the longest shutdown in history.
November 15
The U.S. Capitol is pictured from the base of the Washington Monument, Nov. 13, 2025, in Washington.
November 15

Democrats get mid-decade redistricting wins, roadblocks: ANALYSIS

The future of President Donald Trump’s agenda remains at stake.
November 15
American flags flutter in front of the U.S. Capitol more than a month into the continuing U.S. government shutdown in Washington, November 7, 2025.
November 15

Gabbard says she still sees terrorism as the defining threat to America

A principled independence or shifting with the political winds?
November 15
White House Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard talks to reporters in the Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House on July 23, 2025 in Washington, DC.
November 15

Timeline: Trump administration responses in Epstein files release saga

Some conservatives have slammed the Justice Department's handling of the case.
November 15
In this Sept. 8, 2004, file photo, Jeffrey Epstein is shown in Cambridge, Mass.
November 14

Trump calls for DOJ probe into other Epstein ties, including Clinton

The request comes after newly released emails from Epstein estate mention Trump.
November 14
Donald Trump listens as first lady Melania Trump speaks at a signing ceremony for the "Fostering the Future" executive order in the East Room of the White House on November 13, 2025 in Washington, DC.
November 14

White House NEC Director Kevin Hassett & Sen. Chris Murphy, Sunday on “This Week”

This is a listing for 'This Week' airing Sunday, November 16, 2025.
November 14
November 14

Trump calls for DOJ probe into other Epstein ties, including Clinton

ABC News' Katherine Faulders and Karen Travers report on the latest developments in the Trump administration's handling of the Epstein files.
November 14
VIDEO: Trump directs Justice Department to investigate democrats connected to Epstein
November 14

Federal services, agencies slowly returning after government shutdown ends

Some furloughed federal employees were told to "report for duty" on Thursday.
November 14
The U.S. Capitol on Capitol Hill, in Washington, D.C., November 13, 2025.
November 14

Here's what an Epstein files vote in the House could look like

While the outlook in the House is clear, its future in the Senate isn't.
November 14
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson speaks during a news conference at the US Capitol on November 10, 2025, in Washington, DC.
November 14

White House announces South American trade deals to try to lower some food prices

The White House on Thursday announced framework deals with Argentina, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Ecuador that it hopes will bring down the costs of certain groceries.
November 14
The White House on Thursday announced framework deals with Argentina, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Ecuador that it hopes will bring down the costs of certain groceries.
November 14

Shaved bald: A Rastafari fight for justice at Supreme Court

Rastafarians say the case highlights religious discrimination behind bars.
November 14
The U.S. Supreme Court in Washington, June 29, 2024.
November 13

House Dem explains why he broke with his party to reopen the government

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with Democrat Rep. Adam Gray of California on his vote to end the government shutdown and if he’s confident in Democratic leadership amid a healthcare fight.
November 13
VIDEO: House Dem explains why he broke with his party to reopen the government
November 13

“At long last I get to actually do my job,” Rep. Grijalva sworn in after 50 days

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with Arizona Democrat Rep. Adelita Grijalva after being sworn in more than seven weeks after her special election victory amid the government shutdown.
November 13
VIDEO: “At long last I get to actually do my job,” Rep. Grijalva sworn in after 50 days
November 13

Some compare Democratic socialism to communism. Here's how the movements differ

NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mandani's win drew focus to the political ideology.
November 13
New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez react on stage during a "New York is Not For Sale" rally at Forest Hills Stadium, in the Queens borough of New York, Oct. 26, 2025.
November 13

White House announces South American trade deals to try to lower some food prices

They could bring down prices on products like coffee, bananas and beef.
November 13
Coffee beans are displayed on Nov. 13, 2025, in San Anselmo, California. With coffee prices surging nearly 20% in recent months, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated that the U.S. could lower tariffs on products that aren't easily domestically produced.
November 13

Trump briefed on updated military options in Venezuela

Sources said the briefing itself wasn't an indication an attack was imminent.
November 13
Donald Trump speaks at the White House in Washington, D.C., November 13, 2025.
November 13

What democratic socialism is and how it's different from communism

Zohran Mamdani's victory as NYC mayor has put the spotlight on the difference.
November 13
Zohran Mamdani's victory as NYC mayor has put the spotlight on the difference.
November 13

Mamdani calls Democratic governors for advice on issues, dealing with Trump: Sources

Sources said Mamdani spoke with Govs. Shapiro, Pritzker and Moore.
November 13
New York Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani serves meals during a Veteran's Day event at Volunteers of America - Commonwealth Veterans' Residence on Nov. 11, 2025, in the Soundview neighborhood of the Bronx borough in New York.
November 13

$2,000 tariff dividend payment? 50-year mortgages? Here's the math

ABC News' Elizabeth Schulze crunches the numbers behind monthly payments on a $400,000 home loan if mortgaged over 30 and 50 years.
November 13
VIDEO: $2,000 tariff dividend payment? 50-year mortgages? Here's the math
November 13

House Republican Greg Steube on why he voted against ending the government shutdown

Steube was one of two Republicans voted against a bill to reopen the federal government.
November 13
VIDEO: House Republican Greg Steube on why he voted against ending the government shutdown
November 13

Sen. John Fetterman hospitalized after fall near his home

The Democratic senator fell during an early morning walk, his office said.
November 13
Sen. John Fetterman speaks to reporters outside the Senate Chamber during votes on November 10, 2025 on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC.
November 13

Government shutdown timeline: How senators went from 40-day impasse to sudden deal

The longest shutdown in history has come to an end.
November 13
Signage informs visitors that the Capitol Visitor Center is closed due to the federal government shutdown, Nov. 4, 2025.
November 13

Sen. John Fetterman hospitalized after fall near his home

Sen. John Fetterman's office said the Pennsylvania Democrat is under "routine observation" in a Pittsburgh hospital after he fell during an early morning walk near his home in Braddock, Pennsylvania.
November 13
VIDEO: Sen. John Fetterman hospitalized after fall near his home
November 13

Attorneys for Comey, James press judge to toss cases over Trump-installed prosecutor

Lawyers for James Comey and Letitia James have asked a judge to throw out their indictments on the grounds that U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan was unlawfully appointed.
November 13
VIDEO: Attorneys for Comey, James press judge to toss cases over Trump-installed prosecutor
November 13

Rep. LaMonica McIver must face federal charges over ICE incident, judge rules

The judge rejected the New Jersey Democrat's attempt to dismiss her case.
November 13
Congresswoman Rep. LaMonica McIver exits the grounds at Delaney Hall, an ICE detention facility, May 9, 2025, in Newark, N.J,
November 13

The 6 House Democrats who voted to end the shutdown

The House passed the funding bill 222-209, with some defections on both sides.
November 13
The U.S. Capitol on Capitol Hill, in Washington, D.C., November 13, 2025.
November 13

Attorneys for Comey, James set to challenge appointment of Trump-installed prosecutor

Attorneys for James Comey and Letitia James filed a motion to dismiss their criminal indictments on the basis that Lindsay Halligan was unlawfully appointed.
November 13
VIDEO: Attorneys for Comey, James set to challenge appointment of Trump-installed prosecutor
November 13

The members of Congress who got paid during the government shutdown

Some lawmakers are donating their salaries.
November 13
The U.S. Capitol, November 11, 2025 on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC.
November 13

Epstein emails mention Trump as House is set to vote on releasing files

Jeffrey Epstein wrote in a 2019 email to a journalist that Donald Trump "knew about the girls," according to documents made public Wednesday. The White House said the emails were "selectively leaked."
November 13
Jeffrey Epstein wrote in a 2019 email to a journalist that Donald Trump "knew about the girls," according to documents made public Wednesday. The White House said the emails were "selectively leaked."
November 13

Epstein offered reporter photos of 'donald and girls in bikinis in my kitchen'

The comments came in an exchange with a New York Times reporter.
November 13
Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell attend de Grisogono Sponsors The 2005 Wall Street Concert Series Benefitting Wall Street Rising, with a Performance by Rod Stewart at Cipriani Wall Street on March 15, 2005 in New York City.
November 12

Rep. August Pfluger on getting back to work after government reopens

Rep. August Pflugar, R-Texas, spoke to ABC News Linsey Davis on Republican plans now that the shutdown of the federal government has ended.
November 12
VIDEO: Rep. August Pfluger on getting back to work after government reopens
November 12

VIDEO: Rep. Brendan Boyle, provides insight on Democrats’ next moves

As the House voted to reopen the federal government, Rep. Brendan Doyle, D-Pa., spoke to ABC News’ Linsey Davis about how the party will still press forward with its health care demands.
November 12
VIDEO: Rep. Brendan Boyle, D-PA, provides insight on Democrats’ next moves
November 12

Sen. John Fetterman on new book detailing his clinical depression

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., on his new memoir “Unfettered,” where he shares his personal mental health struggles.
November 12
VIDEO: Sen. John Fetterman on new book detailing his clinical depression
November 12

House passes funding bill to end longest-ever government shutdown

The bill now goes to President Donald Trump, who will sign it later Wednesday.
November 12
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson makes a statement to reporters at the Capitol in Washington, Nov. 10, 2025.
November 12

House to hold standalone vote to strip Senate lawsuit provision from funding bill

The provision allows senators to sue over their subpoenaed phone records.
November 12
Senate Majority Leader John Thune stands in the door of his office as he responds to reporters looking for updates on a plan to end the 38 day government shutdown, at the Capitol in Washington, Nov. 7, 2025.
November 12

Johnson says House will vote on releasing Epstein files next week

The White House said emails released by Democrats "prove absolutely nothing."
November 12
House Speaker Mike Johnson speaks to reports at the Capitol, Nov. 12, 2025, in Washington, DC.

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