Reps. Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna are optimistic about their ability to force an unredacted release of the Justice Department’s files on Jeffrey Epstein. The lawmakers believe they have the necessary votes for a House vote on the files’ release, despite potential obstacles in the Senate. They are undeterred by concerns of information being scrubbed, as the files have already been viewed by government officials and at least one lawyer for Epstein accusers. The push for the release of these files follows the Justice Department’s announcement that it found no list of Epstein clients and had no plans for further disclosures.
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At a press conference on Wednesday, survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse, some of whom were teenagers when the abuse began, gathered to demand the passage of the Epstein Files Transparency Act. This act, introduced by Representatives Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie, aims to compel the Justice Department and other agencies to release all files related to Epstein, regardless of the individuals who may be implicated. The survivors expressed their dissatisfaction with the slow progress of the House Oversight Committee’s investigation, which has mostly released public documents. Despite potential resistance from some Republicans, including former President Trump who has since called the scandal a “hoax,” the survivors, along with several Republican representatives, are pushing for bipartisan support to ensure the files are released, and they are now determined to ensure accountability.
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Reps. Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna are optimistic about forcing the Justice Department to release all unredacted files related to Jeffrey Epstein. They claim to have enough votes to compel a House vote on the matter, despite potential opposition in the Senate and concerns about the Justice Department scrubbing information. Khanna noted that the files have already been seen by government officials and Epstein accusers’ lawyers, making it more difficult to sanitize them. The push for release comes after the Justice Department stated it had not uncovered a list of Epstein’s clients, which sparked political debate.
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Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein gathered at the US Capitol to demand the full release of government files related to the sex-trafficking investigation. Accusers, alongside Representatives Ro Khanna and Marjorie Taylor Greene, are leading the push to force the unsealing of documents and end the perceived cover-up. The demand comes after a staggered release of limited files by Republicans and growing anger that the case was closed without hearing from accusers. The activists are aiming to compel the Justice Department to release the files through a discharge petition, which would require significant bipartisan support in the House of Representatives.
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The upcoming news conference, featuring multiple victims of Jeffrey Epstein, is predicted to be “explosive” by Rep. Ro Khanna, who is pushing for the full release of Epstein’s files. Khanna and Rep. Thomas Massie are leading the effort to force a House vote on a bill requiring the Justice Department to release the files, needing only six more Republican signatures for the vote. The press conference on September 3rd aims to amplify victims’ calls for transparency and closure on the matter, potentially creating further pressure for the release of documents related to the late financier’s alleged sex trafficking ring.
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Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse planned to hold a news conference in Washington, D.C., on September 3, 2025, as confirmed by Reps. Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna. The event was announced on social media platforms, with some posts claiming certain survivors would speak publicly for the first time. The news conference was set to take place outside the U.S. Capitol, with the focus on the lawmakers’ co-sponsored bill to release the “Epstein files.” Ten survivors were scheduled to attend, according to Khanna’s office, although the names of those participating would not be released due to privacy concerns.
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According to Congressman Ro Khanna, only a minuscule portion of the documents recently released by the Department of Justice to the House Oversight Committee were actually new. Khanna stated that a mere 3% of the provided materials were previously unseen, representing less than 1% of the complete Epstein files. The congressman shared these details during an interview on The Weekend program. This limited release raises further questions about the government’s transparency regarding the Epstein investigation.
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Republican Congressman Thomas Massie is partnering with Democratic Representative Ro Khanna to host a press conference at the U.S. Capitol, inviting victims of Jeffrey Epstein to speak and advocating for the release of legal files related to the case. This bipartisan effort aims to force a vote on the Epstein files, with the lawmakers providing an update on their discharge petition and the Epstein Files Transparency Act. The conference mirrors a similar tactic used by Donald Trump during the 2016 election, as both sides seek transparency and justice for survivors.
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Seven Republican House members voted against an amendment that would have forced a congressional vote regarding the release of Jeffrey Epstein files, a motion proposed by Democrat Ro Khanna. This amendment aimed to compel Attorney General Pam Bondi to preserve and release all related records to the Epstein case. The vote, which saw one Republican join Democrats in support, was initiated after a Justice Department memo contradicted earlier statements about the existence of a client list. This move has sparked controversy and concern among certain groups who suspect a cover-up related to the Epstein case.
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Representative Ro Khanna (D-CA) has announced plans to force a House vote demanding the full, unredacted release of all documents related to Jeffrey Epstein. This amendment would compel the Speaker to bring the measure to a roll-call vote, putting every member of Congress on record regarding the matter. The move follows the recent halt in further document releases by the Justice Department, led by Trump-appointed officials. The goal is to increase transparency and hold both Congress and the DOJ accountable while also putting pressure on those who are trying to avoid scrutiny.
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