Congress passed the Epstein Files Transparency Act with veto-proof majorities, but opponents are preparing an alternative strategy to block it.

A document from House Speaker Mike Johnson outlines five flaws in the bill, emphasizing potential risks to federal investigations and national security.

The memo argues that forcing the DOJ to declassify materials from other agencies is unwise and that sources and methods must be protected.

It also asserts that declassification should occur only in coordination with the Attorney General, effectively giving the administration the final say, Ken Klippenstein has reported.

Critics warn this national security rationale may be used to prevent the release of the DOJ and FBI’s extensive Epstein-related files.