House Oversight Committee Hearing Recessed Amidst Epstein File Subpoena Motion

Committee Recess and Procedural Dispute

• 🏛️ The House Oversight Committee hearing was declared in recess by the chair, halting proceedings.
• 🗣️ A point of order was raised, questioning why a scheduled vote on a motion was not taken.
• 🚫 The chair reiterated that the committee was in recess based on a previous order, overriding further discussion.

Motion to Subpoena DOJ Files

• 📜 A motion was introduced to subpoena the DOJ to release files related to Epstein.
• ⚖️ This motion was brought forth by Rep. Summer Lee (D-PA).
• 🛑 Rep. Clay Higgins (R-LA) chose to recess the committee instead of addressing the motion.

Future Session Uncertainty

• ❓ Members inquired about the specific time for the committee or subcommittee to reconvene after votes.
• 🗓️ The chair stated that the session is subject to the call of the chair, leaving the return time indefinite.