Capitol Hill in motion: Epstein probe, DHS nomination showdown, and 2028 campaign moves

A fast-moving Capitol Hill roundup shows Democrats pressing for testimony in the Epstein documents case as House Republicans push forward on 702 surveillance decisions and a symbolic balanced-budget amendment. The week features a high-profile DHS secretary nomination for Mullin facing tough questions from Rand Paul, ongoing ethics and sanctions proceedings, a Michigan Senate primary endorsement from Elizabeth Warren, and a flurry of hearings and briefings across intelligence, justice, and foreign affairs that could influence the 2026–28 political landscape.