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Axios
2 days ago
- Politics
- Axios
House GOP blocks Dem maneuver to force release of Epstein files
House Republicans on Monday night voted against attaching a Democratic amendment to landmark cryptocurrency legislation that would force the Justice Department to release the Jeffrey Epstein files. Why it matters: It's the outcome Democrats anticipated, and one they plan to gleefully cite as President Trump continues to grapple with the MAGA fallout over the DOJ's handling of the documents. "The question with Epstein is: Whose side are you on?" Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.), the author of the Epstein measure, told Axios ahead of the vote. "Are you on the side of the rich and powerful, or are you on the side of the people?" he said, promising to introduce the amendment "again and again and again." What happened: The House Rules Committee, which prepares legislation for votes on the House floor, voted 5 to 6 against attaching Khanna's amendment to a procedural measure related to the GENIUS Act and a defense funding bill. The measure would have forced Attorney General Pam Bondi to publish all documents related to Epstein on a "publicly accessible website" within 30 days of procedural measure being enacted. Republicans said the amendment was not pertinent to the GENIUS Act, which would create the first regulatory framework for stablecoins, or the defense funding bill. Yes, but: In a rare move, Rep. Ralph Norman (R-S.C.) crossed over and voted with the panel's four Democrats in favor of attaching the amendment. He told Axios earlier on Monday: "The public's been asking for it. I think there are files. All of a sudden not to have files is a little strange, We'll see how it plays out ... I think the president will do the right thing." Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas), the other right-wing member of the panel who occasionally breaks with his party, did not vote. What they're saying: " I want to know what the hell is in these files," said Rep. Jim McGovern (D-Mass.), the top Democrat on the Rules Committee, arguing in favor of the resolution. "This is about trust. Republicans said, 'Trust us. Vote for us and we will release these files.' Well here we are — they're backtracking," McGovern added. "I think most of us believe what's appropriate will be released when it is time for the president to release it," Rep. Virginia Foxx (R-N.C.), the chair of the Rules Committee, said after the vote. Zoom in: McGovern also tried to ram through Rep. Marc Veasey's (D-Texas) five-page resolution demanding that the administration release the Epstein files and that the FBI release a report on "any delays, suppression or destruction of evidence" related to the files.
The Advertiser
4 days ago
- Sport
- The Advertiser
McGovern's legacy lives on for besieged Eagles backs
Powered by Jeremy McGovern's "seeds of wisdom", Harry Edwards is confident he can hold down West Coast's key defensive post for years to come alongside partner in crime Reuben Ginbey. Tom Barrass's move to Hawthorn at the end of last year and McGovern's concussion-forced retirement last month means Edwards is now 'the man' in West Coast's besieged defence. The 24-year-old has notched just 52 AFL games since being taken as a rookie in 2017 and there were doubts whether he could become the team's go-to key defender when a poor start to the year resulted in him being dropped. But Edwards returned with a bang in round nine, playing every game since then and excelling in the role of key backman. Edwards will be back in action on Sunday when West Coast face Port Adelaide at Adelaide Oval, with key forwards Mitch Georgiades and Ollie Lord lying in wait. "I had a bit of a shaky start to the year and went back to WAFL to work on a few things," Edwards said. "I needed to improve some of my positioning and contest stuff, which is my one wood. "It's always a tough role playing the deepest back on big forwards in a developing side. "But I feel like I've taken some good steps this year and I can be that guy for the Eagles for years to come." Another player to have excelled in defence this year has been Ginbey, who often mans key forwards who are bigger and taller than him. "Bloody hell, I love Reuben. He's a superstar," Edwards said. "I love playing with him. He can play on talls. He can play on smalls. I couldn't speak higher of him." Edwards said defence coach Luke Webster and former West Coast captain Shannon Hurn had played pivotal roles in his progress. He also lavished praise on five-time All-Australian McGovern, who is regarded as one of the best AFL defenders of all time. "He's a good mate of mine," Edwards said. "He drops seeds of wisdom here and there for me. "He's probably the best defender in the modern era, so to be able to take things from his game and have him teach me stuff over the course of my journey has been invaluable." Port Adelaide (7-9) lost Esava Ratugolea, Sam Powell-Pepper and Dante Visentini to season-ending injuries in last week's 28-point loss to Brisbane. West Coast, who are aiming to celebrate Jamie Cripps' 250th game for the Eagles with a win, axed Tim Kelly, Sandy Brock, Bo Allan and Jack Williams. Tom Cole, Matt Owies, Tyrell Dewar and fit-again defender Rhett Bazzo, who has played just one AFL match since the start of 2024, come into the side. Powered by Jeremy McGovern's "seeds of wisdom", Harry Edwards is confident he can hold down West Coast's key defensive post for years to come alongside partner in crime Reuben Ginbey. Tom Barrass's move to Hawthorn at the end of last year and McGovern's concussion-forced retirement last month means Edwards is now 'the man' in West Coast's besieged defence. The 24-year-old has notched just 52 AFL games since being taken as a rookie in 2017 and there were doubts whether he could become the team's go-to key defender when a poor start to the year resulted in him being dropped. But Edwards returned with a bang in round nine, playing every game since then and excelling in the role of key backman. Edwards will be back in action on Sunday when West Coast face Port Adelaide at Adelaide Oval, with key forwards Mitch Georgiades and Ollie Lord lying in wait. "I had a bit of a shaky start to the year and went back to WAFL to work on a few things," Edwards said. "I needed to improve some of my positioning and contest stuff, which is my one wood. "It's always a tough role playing the deepest back on big forwards in a developing side. "But I feel like I've taken some good steps this year and I can be that guy for the Eagles for years to come." Another player to have excelled in defence this year has been Ginbey, who often mans key forwards who are bigger and taller than him. "Bloody hell, I love Reuben. He's a superstar," Edwards said. "I love playing with him. He can play on talls. He can play on smalls. I couldn't speak higher of him." Edwards said defence coach Luke Webster and former West Coast captain Shannon Hurn had played pivotal roles in his progress. He also lavished praise on five-time All-Australian McGovern, who is regarded as one of the best AFL defenders of all time. "He's a good mate of mine," Edwards said. "He drops seeds of wisdom here and there for me. "He's probably the best defender in the modern era, so to be able to take things from his game and have him teach me stuff over the course of my journey has been invaluable." Port Adelaide (7-9) lost Esava Ratugolea, Sam Powell-Pepper and Dante Visentini to season-ending injuries in last week's 28-point loss to Brisbane. West Coast, who are aiming to celebrate Jamie Cripps' 250th game for the Eagles with a win, axed Tim Kelly, Sandy Brock, Bo Allan and Jack Williams. Tom Cole, Matt Owies, Tyrell Dewar and fit-again defender Rhett Bazzo, who has played just one AFL match since the start of 2024, come into the side. Powered by Jeremy McGovern's "seeds of wisdom", Harry Edwards is confident he can hold down West Coast's key defensive post for years to come alongside partner in crime Reuben Ginbey. Tom Barrass's move to Hawthorn at the end of last year and McGovern's concussion-forced retirement last month means Edwards is now 'the man' in West Coast's besieged defence. The 24-year-old has notched just 52 AFL games since being taken as a rookie in 2017 and there were doubts whether he could become the team's go-to key defender when a poor start to the year resulted in him being dropped. But Edwards returned with a bang in round nine, playing every game since then and excelling in the role of key backman. Edwards will be back in action on Sunday when West Coast face Port Adelaide at Adelaide Oval, with key forwards Mitch Georgiades and Ollie Lord lying in wait. "I had a bit of a shaky start to the year and went back to WAFL to work on a few things," Edwards said. "I needed to improve some of my positioning and contest stuff, which is my one wood. "It's always a tough role playing the deepest back on big forwards in a developing side. "But I feel like I've taken some good steps this year and I can be that guy for the Eagles for years to come." Another player to have excelled in defence this year has been Ginbey, who often mans key forwards who are bigger and taller than him. "Bloody hell, I love Reuben. He's a superstar," Edwards said. "I love playing with him. He can play on talls. He can play on smalls. I couldn't speak higher of him." Edwards said defence coach Luke Webster and former West Coast captain Shannon Hurn had played pivotal roles in his progress. He also lavished praise on five-time All-Australian McGovern, who is regarded as one of the best AFL defenders of all time. "He's a good mate of mine," Edwards said. "He drops seeds of wisdom here and there for me. "He's probably the best defender in the modern era, so to be able to take things from his game and have him teach me stuff over the course of my journey has been invaluable." Port Adelaide (7-9) lost Esava Ratugolea, Sam Powell-Pepper and Dante Visentini to season-ending injuries in last week's 28-point loss to Brisbane. West Coast, who are aiming to celebrate Jamie Cripps' 250th game for the Eagles with a win, axed Tim Kelly, Sandy Brock, Bo Allan and Jack Williams. Tom Cole, Matt Owies, Tyrell Dewar and fit-again defender Rhett Bazzo, who has played just one AFL match since the start of 2024, come into the side.
West Australian
4 days ago
- Sport
- West Australian
Harry Edwards hopes to emulate Jemermy McGovern's legacy as West Coast remain under siege
Powered by Jeremy McGovern's 'seeds of wisdom', Harry Edwards is confident he can hold down West Coast's key defensive post for years to come alongside partner in crime Reuben Ginbey. Tom Barrass's move to Hawthorn at the end of last year and McGovern's concussion-forced retirement last month means Edwards is now 'the man' in West Coast's besieged defence. The 24-year-old has notched just 52 AFL games since being taken as a rookie in 2017 and there were doubts whether he could become the team's go-to key defender when a poor start to the year resulted in him being dropped. But Edwards returned with a bang in round nine, playing every game since then and excelling in the role of key backman. Edwards will be back in action on Sunday when West Coast face Port Adelaide at Adelaide Oval, with key forwards Mitch Georgiades and Ollie Lord lying in wait. 'I had a bit of a shaky start to the year and went back to WAFL to work on a few things,' Edwards said. 'I needed to improve some of my positioning and contest stuff, which is my one wood. 'It's always a tough role playing the deepest back on big forwards in a developing side. 'But I feel like I've taken some good steps this year and I can be that guy for the Eagles for years to come.' Another player to have excelled in defence this year has been Ginbey, who often mans key forwards who are bigger and taller than him. 'Bloody hell, I love Reuben. He's a superstar,' Edwards said. 'I love playing with him. He can play on talls. He can play on smalls. I couldn't speak higher of him.' Edwards said defence coach Luke Webster and former West Coast captain Shannon Hurn had played pivotal roles in his progress. He also lavished praise on five-time All-Australian McGovern, who is regarded as one of the best AFL defenders of all time. 'He's a good mate of mine,' Edwards said. 'He drops seeds of wisdom here and there for me. 'He's probably the best defender in the modern era, so to be able to take things from his game and have him teach me stuff over the course of my journey has been invaluable.' Port Adelaide (7-9) lost Esava Ratugolea, Sam Powell-Pepper and Dante Visentini to season-ending injuries in last week's 28-point loss to Brisbane. West Coast, who are aiming to celebrate Jamie Cripps' 250th game for the Eagles with a win, axed Tim Kelly, Sandy Brock, Bo Allan and Jack Williams. Tom Cole, Matt Owies, Tyrell Dewar and fit-again defender Rhett Bazzo, who has played just one AFL match since the start of 2024, come into the side.
Perth Now
4 days ago
- Sport
- Perth Now
McGovern's legacy lives on for besieged Eagles backs
Powered by Jeremy McGovern's "seeds of wisdom", Harry Edwards is confident he can hold down West Coast's key defensive post for years to come alongside partner in crime Reuben Ginbey. Tom Barrass's move to Hawthorn at the end of last year and McGovern's concussion-forced retirement last month means Edwards is now 'the man' in West Coast's besieged defence. The 24-year-old has notched just 52 AFL games since being taken as a rookie in 2017 and there were doubts whether he could become the team's go-to key defender when a poor start to the year resulted in him being dropped. But Edwards returned with a bang in round nine, playing every game since then and excelling in the role of key backman. Edwards will be back in action on Sunday when West Coast face Port Adelaide at Adelaide Oval, with key forwards Mitch Georgiades and Ollie Lord lying in wait. "I had a bit of a shaky start to the year and went back to WAFL to work on a few things," Edwards said. "I needed to improve some of my positioning and contest stuff, which is my one wood. "It's always a tough role playing the deepest back on big forwards in a developing side. "But I feel like I've taken some good steps this year and I can be that guy for the Eagles for years to come." Another player to have excelled in defence this year has been Ginbey, who often mans key forwards who are bigger and taller than him. "Bloody hell, I love Reuben. He's a superstar," Edwards said. "I love playing with him. He can play on talls. He can play on smalls. I couldn't speak higher of him." Edwards said defence coach Luke Webster and former West Coast captain Shannon Hurn had played pivotal roles in his progress. He also lavished praise on five-time All-Australian McGovern, who is regarded as one of the best AFL defenders of all time. "He's a good mate of mine," Edwards said. "He drops seeds of wisdom here and there for me. "He's probably the best defender in the modern era, so to be able to take things from his game and have him teach me stuff over the course of my journey has been invaluable." Port Adelaide (7-9) lost Esava Ratugolea, Sam Powell-Pepper and Dante Visentini to season-ending injuries in last week's 28-point loss to Brisbane. West Coast, who are aiming to celebrate Jamie Cripps' 250th game for the Eagles with a win, axed Tim Kelly, Sandy Brock, Bo Allan and Jack Williams. Tom Cole, Matt Owies, Tyrell Dewar and fit-again defender Rhett Bazzo, who has played just one AFL match since the start of 2024, come into the side.
Daily Record
6 days ago
- Health
- Daily Record
New DWP plans to help people with arthritis into work as part of welfare reforms
The Labour Government has outlined new measures to help more people with health issues into work. Reasons your Universal Credit may be cut by DWP The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has set out plans to help disabled people and those with health conditions such as arthritis claiming Universal Credit find and stay in work. Proposed changes to Personal Independence Payment (PIP) have been put on hold until the outcome of a review of the assessment process, which will be co-produced by Minister for Social Security and Disability Sir Stephen Timms and disability groups. This is due to be completed by next Autumn, however, changes to Universal Credit are already underway. Minister for Employment, Alison McGovern, set out the plans in a written response to Liberal Democrat MP Angus MacDonald (Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire), who asked 'what support is being provided to people with arthritis to remain in and return to work'. Ms McGovern said: 'Good work is generally good for health and wellbeing, so we want everyone to get work and get on in work, whoever they are and wherever they live.' The DWP Minister continued: 'Disabled people and people with health conditions, including arthritis, are a diverse group so access to the right work and health support, in the right place, at the right time, is key. We therefore have a range of specialist initiatives to support individuals to stay in work and get back into work, including those that join up employment and health systems.' Measures include: Support from Work Coaches and Disability Employment Advisers in Jobcentres Access to Work grants Joining up health and employment support around the individual through Employment Advisors in NHS Talking Therapies Individual Placement and Support in Primary Care Ms McGovern continued: "We are delivering the biggest investment in support for disabled people and people with health conditions in at least a generation. Our support guarantee announced as part of the Green Paper is backed up by £2.2 billion over four years, including £200 million in 2026/27 when our benefit changes begin to take effect and, as announced in the statement on Welfare Reform (June 30) by the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, an additional £300m over the next three years. "This brings our total investment in employment support for disabled people and those with health conditions to £3.8bn over this Parliament." Ms McGovern also said: "Backed by £240m investment, the Get Britain Working White Paper launched in November 2024, will drive forward approaches to tackling economic inactivity and work toward the long-term ambition of an 80 per cent employment rate. "In recognition of the key role employers play a key role in increasing employment opportunities and supporting disabled people and people with health conditions, the Secretaries of State for Work and Pensions and Business and Trade asked Sir Charlie Mayfield to lead an independent review, considering how best to support and enable employers to recruit and retain more people with health conditions and disabilities, promote healthy workplaces, and support more people to stay in or return to work from periods of sickness absence." Sir Charlie will deliver his final report in the Autumn. Ms McGovern added: 'Employers are crucial in enhancing employment opportunities and supporting disabled people and those with health conditions to thrive in the workforce. 'Our support to employers includes increasing access to Occupational Health, a digital information service for employers and the Disability Confident scheme.'
