Despite the release of over 3 million files related to Jeffrey Epstein on Friday, the Department of Justice (DOJ) continues to withhold additional documents. Representative Ro Khanna has expressed concerns, noting the DOJ identified over 6 million potentially responsive pages but only released approximately 3.5 million. Khanna and Representative Thomas Massie led the push for the Epstein Files Transparency Act, and Khanna intends to scrutinize the released files, including FBI interview statements and emails. This situation has led to accusations of a cover-up and calls for further investigations and potential penalties against the DOJ.
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In a recent interview, Ro Khanna discussed the ongoing push to release the Epstein files, emphasizing the need for elite accountability and a “moral reckoning.” He explained the importance of the Epstein Transparency Act and the reasons for resistance, including potential legal repercussions for those implicated. Khanna also addressed the possibility of impeachment proceedings against Attorney General Bondi if there is further obstruction. Furthermore, he talked about his views on economic policy, including his support for progressive taxation, and how he views the role of billionaires within society. Lastly, he shared his foreign policy stances, including his position on the conflict in Gaza and his perspective on U.S. relations with China, and his concerns over Trump’s actions.
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In a recent development, Representatives Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie have requested a federal judge appoint a special master to compel the Justice Department to release all files related to Jeffrey Epstein, citing the Epstein Files Transparency Act. The representatives expressed concerns over the DOJ’s failure to meet the December 19th deadline for full disclosure and questioned the accuracy of the department’s self-reported figures. They also noted the absence of required reports detailing redactions and withheld records, hindering effective oversight. Khanna and Massie are requesting the independent monitor to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the document production.
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Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna and Republican Rep. Thomas Massie are bypassing Pam Bondi’s Justice Department to demand the full release of the Jeffrey Epstein files. They are intervening with the Southern District of New York, requesting a “special master” be appointed to oversee the document release. This action follows concerns that the DOJ’s delayed and heavily redacted releases are withholding critical information, including survivor statements and draft prosecution memos. Khanna and Massie are also considering holding Bondi in contempt of Congress, with the ultimate goal of exposing the rich and powerful men involved in Epstein’s crimes.
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“I will miss them”: Khanna mocks tech billionaires threatening to leave California for wealth tax – the sentiment is one of amused defiance, a clear-eyed understanding that the threats are likely bluster, and a willingness to call the bluff. It’s a sentiment that resonates with many, a frustration at the perceived arrogance of those who wield immense wealth and leverage it for their own benefit, often at the expense of the society that allows them to thrive.
The common thread throughout the discussion centers on the fact that these threats to leave are a familiar refrain. Reminiscent of the “they were supposed to leave New York 15 years ago” anecdote, the consensus is that the departure of these tech titans is highly improbable.… Continue reading
Representative Ro Khanna has found success in bipartisan efforts by focusing on issues that resonate with both the left and right, such as holding elites accountable. The Epstein Files Transparency Act, a quick success, is an example of his methodology. Khanna’s successes include the Yemen War Powers Resolution and the Chips and Science Act, due to building trust across the aisle and understanding the nuances of Congress. Although not the most bipartisan member, Khanna’s approach focuses on common ground in areas of populist discontent, a modern strategy for building political coalitions.
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In a recent interview with The i Paper, Congressman Ro Khanna stated the Royal Family should be ashamed and provide financial reparations to the victims of Jeffrey Epstein. This follows the release of new materials from the Epstein files, including a photo of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and an email allegedly from him. The Congressman highlighted that many of Epstein’s victims were considered poor and vulnerable. While Mountbatten-Windsor has denied any wrongdoing and reached an out-of-court settlement with Virginia Giuffre, these revelations have led to increased scrutiny of the Royal Family.
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In a recent development, Republican Representative Thomas Massie and Democratic Representative Ro Khanna have initiated inherent contempt charges against former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi. These charges stem from the release of files associated with the Jeffrey Epstein case, raising concerns about the handling of sensitive information. The bipartisan action signifies a united front in holding Bondi accountable for her actions regarding the Epstein case files. Further details regarding the specific nature of the released files and the reasons for the contempt charges are expected to emerge as the legal process unfolds.
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Representatives Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie are seeking to hold Attorney General Pam Bondi in inherent contempt of Congress due to the Justice Department’s incomplete release of Jeffrey Epstein files by the specified deadline. The representatives, co-authors of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, assert the DOJ’s document release on Friday failed to meet the Act’s requirements, specifically regarding withheld files and unlawful redactions. Khanna and Massie are working to build a bipartisan coalition and aim to impose fines for each day the requested documents remain unreleased, emphasizing the importance to the victims and the failure to provide the full list of files. This action utilizes Congress’s power to compel compliance through fines or detention without involving the courts or executive branch.
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Following the failure to release all eligible Jeffrey Epstein files by the mandated deadline, Representatives Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie are taking action to hold Justice Department officials accountable. They are considering options such as holding Attorney General Pam Bondi in contempt, with Massie emphasizing this as the quickest way to achieve justice. Senator Tim Kaine, however, suggested utilizing other tools to compel compliance, like those in appropriations bills, rather than resorting to contempt or impeachment, while Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche stated that the department is working to redact victim information before a complete release. Despite the Justice Department’s stance, Khanna stated that they are building a bipartisan coalition to push for the release of all files, suggesting that a future administration could prosecute current officials who fail to comply.
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