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White House Prepares for Increased Scrutiny Ahead of Midterm Elections

The White House Counsel’s Office is holding private briefings for political appointees to prepare them for potential congressional oversight, amid growing anticipation of Democratic gains in the upcoming November midterm elections. These sessions, which last around 30 minutes, focus on how congressional oversight works and best practices for responding to inquiries, according to sources familiar with the matter. The briefings include a PowerPoint presentation and advice on how to handle written communications, urging appointees to respond quickly to any congressional requests. As the administration prepares for a potential shift in power, some officials believe that it is increasingly likely that Republicans could lose control of one or both chambers of Congress. One participant described the tone of the discussions as "sober-eyed," reflecting the serious nature of the preparations. A White House official defended the briefings, stating that they are part of ongoing efforts to ensure compliance with regulations, adding that such sessions are not new, but have gained greater emphasis in the context of the upcoming elections. The focus on the midterm elections reflects growing concerns within the administration, particularly as President Donald Trump’s approval ratings have faced pressure amid economic challenges and international issues, such as the ongoing Iran conflict. Recent polling from a Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos survey shows Democrats holding a five-point advantage in congressional preference. During Trump’s first term, his administration faced numerous congressional investigations, many of which were perceived by some as politically motivated. With the potential for a Democratic-controlled Congress, there are fears of renewed impeachment discussions, especially following recent remarks by Trump about the Iran situation. “You’ve got to win the midterms, because if we don’t win the midterms, they’ll find a reason to impeach me,” Trump warned earlier this year.

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DOJ publishes millions of pages in final Epstein files disclosure

The US Justice Department on Friday released more than three million additional pages of records tied to its investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, marking what officials described as the final disclosure under the Epstein Files Transparency Act. The release includes thousands of videos and hundreds of thousands of images and concludes a lengthy document review process aimed at complying with congressional requirements for public disclosure. Speaking at a news co

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