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August 5, 2025: House Republicans subpoena Epstein files as the DOJ weighs releasing Ghislaine Maxwell’s interview. Meanwhile, a grand jury investigates unfounded allegations related to Obama-era officials & the 2016 election. President Trump says, “They deserve it.” Marc Elias joins The Weeknight to discuss. Plus: Trump said Republicans are "entitled" to more congressional seats in Texas as state GOP officials try to advance a new congressional map ahead of next year’s midterms. Rep. Greg Casar joins The Weeknight to discuss the standoff over redistricting.
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