Summary
Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse and some U.S. lawmakers are asking for the full release of government files from the Epstein investigation. They want the Justice Department records to be made public, with some information redacted to protect victims and ongoing investigations. A bipartisan group is working to force a House vote on this issue, but they need more support from other members of Congress.
Key Facts
- Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse are advocating for more transparency in the federal investigation.
- A bipartisan group in Congress is pushing for a vote to make Justice Department records public.
- Redactions would protect victims and ongoing investigations in the records.
- Representatives Ro Khanna (D) and Thomas Massie (R) are leading the effort in Congress.
- Survivors shared their personal stories and urged the government to release the files.
- The House Oversight Committee has already subpoenaed documents from the Justice Department.
- To force a vote, backers need to gather 218 signatures on a petition from House members.
