What we’re covering
Epstein files: President Donald Trump encouraged House Republicans to vote this week to release more files related to the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein — a stark reversal in the president’s position as momentum grows in support of the effort in Congress.
• Political breakup: Meanwhile, Trump is feuding with GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, once a staunch ally, who told CNN the rift “has all come down to the Epstein files.” Greene is among a handful of Republicans who are adamant about releasing the documents.
• Venezuela tensions: As part of its increasing pressure campaign on Venezuela, the US will designate a Venezuelan cartel as a foreign terrorist organization, which Trump suggested would allow the military to target President Nicolás Màduro’s assets and infrastructure in the country. Trump also indicated there could be talks with Maduro.
