This week, we saw something almost unprecedented in American politics: a unified Congress, as all but one person voted to have the Epstein files released. 

These documents have plagued Donald Trump since he campaigned to release them while running for his second term as president, then backtracked once he won – sparking a mass revolt from his otherwise loyal MAGA base.

After months of trying to block their publication, and after increasing pressure from within his own party, Trump changed course, encouraging Republicans to vote for their release and signing the bill, in what has been the most spectacular reversal of his presidency.

Today, US Political correspondent for Reuters Bo Erickson, on the Republican revolt – and just how damaging the files could be for President Trump.

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Guest: US Political correspondent for Reuters Bo Erickson 

Photo: Jack Gruber-USA TODAY/Sipa USA

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