Republicans abandon vows to get Epstein files released: 'I don't give a rip'

House Republicans who publicly championed releasing the Jeffrey Epstein files have largely abandoned the effort, despite having voted to force Department of Justice disclosure.

According to Politico reporter Hailey Fuchs, when pressed about the DOJ's failure to meet a December 19 legal deadline for file release, GOP lawmakers are "shrugging" the matter off and prioritizing other concerns — to the delight of the White House.

Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO), one of the first House Republicans to demand disclosure...