Discharge petition on 2nd Epstein files bill secures 218 signatures
Summary
A discharge petition sponsored by Rep. Thomas Massie reached 218 signatures, allowing the House to consider the Epstein Files Transparency Act II. The bill would let state attorneys general, victims and members of Congress sue the U.S. attorney general over the unlawful withholding or redaction of Epstein-related investigative records.Key Facts
- All 214 House Democrats and four Republicans signed the petition.
- The Republican signers were Thomas Massie, Nancy Mace, Ralph Norman and Brian Fitzpatrick.
- The petition reached the 218-signature threshold on November 11, 2026.
- After reaching the threshold, a discharge petition must remain on the calendar for at least seven legislative days before a signer can offer a motion.
- If the motion passes, the House would move to consider the bill.
- Floor action could take place after Thanksgiving recess, potentially on December 2 or 3.
- Congress passed a law in November 2025 requiring the release of Justice Department files on Jeffrey Epstein, and President Donald Trump signed it.
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