Bondi 'you've got to come clean': Sen. Van Hollen on Epstein files

Justice Department Transparency - The Senate Appropriations Committee unanimously passed an amendment requiring the Attorney General to retain, preserve, and compile records related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation and submit a report to Congress within 60 days [1][2][3] - The amendment aims to provide Congress and the American people with records and answers to important questions regarding the Epstein case [3] - There are concerns about potential cover-ups or misleading information within the Department of Justice regarding the Epstein files [6][7] - The call for transparency is to maintain confidence in the Justice Department and ensure accountability [5][8] - There are allegations of the administration withholding information related to the Epstein case [5][9] Appropriations and Budget - The Senate voted to advance legislation to claw back $9 billion in funding already approved for foreign aid and public broadcasting [10] - Democrats are fighting against the clawback, arguing it undermines confidence in the appropriations process [11] - The funds are allocated for important purposes such as public radio and global health investments [11] - Republicans are criticized for cutting these investments after giving tax cuts to the wealthy, increasing the federal debt by over $4 trillion over the next 10 years [13]