Epstein Files Unveiled: Global Shifts, Military Overreach, and Rising Domestic Scandals

House releases 33,000 Epstein documents amid Shanghai Cooperation summit alliances, U.S. military actions in the Caribbean, and escalating tensions over National Guard deployments and Trump's health.

In a week marked by judicial rebukes, resurfacing scandals, and escalating international maneuvers, the Trump administration finds itself navigating a storm of controversies. From domestic military deployments deemed unlawful to distractions amid Epstein revelations and foreign military strikes, these events paint a picture of an administration grasping for control amid mounting pressures. As we delve into the details, it's clear that transparency and accountability are more crucial than ever. Let's break it down.

International

• Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit in China Highlights Shifting Global Alliances: Leaders including Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin, Narendra Modi, Kim Jong-un, and Recep Tayyip Erdogan gathered at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Tianjin, representing 43% of the world's population and over 25% of the global economy. Xi condemned Western "bullying" and Cold War mentality, while discussions focused on economic cooperation and military ties amid U.S. tariffs and policies. The event signals a united front against American influence, with Putin engaging on Ukraine and broader geopolitical shifts, and sources indicating Trump pondered attending or visiting China, viewing it as a gathering he would have wanted to lead.