Summary
U.S. Representative Thomas Massie criticizes American elites for having privileges similar to royalty. He wants Congress to release files related to Jeffrey Epstein, but the process is delayed because Congress is not in session. Massie's effort has bipartisan support but lacks enough signatures to force a vote.
Key Facts
- Representative Thomas Massie criticizes U.S. elites, comparing their privileges to those of British royalty.
- Massie is pushing for Congress to release files about Jeffrey Epstein.
- The effort to release the files has bipartisan support but is currently stalled.
- Massie and Representative Ro Khanna are leading a petition to bring the measure to a vote, but it lacks enough signatures.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson's actions have delayed the process by keeping Congress in recess.
- Delays in swearing in Representative Grijalva are also affecting the petition's progress.
- Massie stressed the need for transparency and justice in handling Epstein-related materials.