MANCHESTER, N.H. – In a renewed effort to shed light on the Jeffrey Epstein case, Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna from California and Republican Rep. Thomas Massie from Kentucky are calling for the release of files by the Justice Department. The two lawmakers are set to hold a news conference on Wednesday alongside ten victims of Epstein, whose experiences they believe will expose the depths of the scandal. Khanna stated, “People are going to be outraged” after hearing the victims’ stories for the first time.
This push comes as part of a broader plan to introduce a bill in the House that would mandate the release of information related to the Epstein case. Khanna emphasized the importance of the victims’ voices. “These victims haven’t spoken for decades. When Epstein got that lenient plea deal, no one talked to the victims or their lawyers,” he remarked in a Fox News Digital interview. The goal is to bring justice to those affected by Epstein’s actions, many of whom have remained silent for years.
Khanna believes the victims’ testimonies will resonate with the public. “My belief is, when the American people actually hear the victims for the first time, they are going to sympathize, their hearts are going to be broken, and all the victims are saying is for closure,” he said. This suggests that the revelations could spur public demand for accountability from those who might still be hiding in the shadows.
Moreover, Khanna pointed to a broader pattern of abuse involving other wealthy and influential men. “There are a lot of other rich, powerful men, politicians, business leaders, who have committed abuse and who have not been held accountable,” he noted. This statement captures the sense that Epstein’s case is not an isolated incident but part of a larger culture of impunity among elites.
The White House’s handling of the Epstein case has drawn significant criticism lately, particularly following the Justice Department’s announcement that no client list had been found. This news has angered many, including supporters of President Donald Trump, some of whom have expressed frustration with Attorney General Pam Bondi’s actions. There are calls for her to be replaced after expectations for more substantial findings were dashed.
Trump himself has stirred the pot by dismissing the Epstein issue as a hoax, arguing that some of his past supporters have “bought into this bullsh–.” This has further complicated the political landscape surrounding the investigation, blending ongoing public interest with partisan tension.
Khanna and Massie remain optimistic about garnering sufficient support in the House. “I’m confident we’re going to get the 218 votes for the discharge petition,” Khanna asserted as he received recognition at a Labor Day breakfast in New Hampshire. He highlighted that they have the backing of 212 Democrats and a handful of Republicans, illustrating a rare moment of bipartisan cooperation focused on this issue.
Khanna framed the effort as fundamentally about justice rather than partisanship. “This is about justice for the victims of rich and powerful men who abused underage girls,” he stated firmly. His call for transparency resonates with a public hungry for accountability in the wake of so many unanswered questions surrounding Epstein’s network and the implications of his actions.
Since Epstein’s death by suicide in 2019 while in federal custody, speculation surrounding the extent of his operations continues to grow. The details remain murky, keeping the outrage alive and fueling calls for further investigation.
As this story unfolds, the actions of Khanna, Massie, and their supporters suggest a commitment to ensuring that the voices of victims are amplified and that the truth surrounding Epstein’s acts and the complicity of others is revealed. If the push for transparency succeeds, it could mark a significant step toward addressing not just past injustices, but systemic failures that have allowed such conduct to continue unchecked.
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