Jeffrey Epstein Files: U.S. Lawmakers Press Justice Department for More Releases
U.S. lawmakers, including Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.), are pressuring the Department of Justice to release more unsealed files related to Jeffrey Epstein, citing the need for transparency and full accountability.
What secrets still remain in the Jeffrey Epstein files? A growing number of U.S. lawmakers are demanding the Department of Justice provide answers. According to a report from NPR, a push is underway in Congress to compel the release of more documents related to the deceased financier, with Representative Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) spearheading the call.
A Push for Transparency
In a December 24, 2025, interview on NPR's Morning Edition, Rep. Khanna stated that lawmakers are formally demanding the DOJ unseal additional files. This move appears to be a direct response to public and political pressure for a full accounting of Epstein's sex trafficking network and the powerful individuals allegedly involved. The case has long been a source of public outrage, not only due to the nature of the crimes but also because of the high-profile figures linked to Epstein's circle.
The DOJ's Balancing Act
The congressional demand places the Department of Justice in a delicate position. The agency must weigh the public's right to know against the potential for compromising ongoing investigations, violating the privacy of individuals not charged with any crime, or revealing sensitive law enforcement methods. While previous document releases have shed some light on the case, advocates for transparency argue that a complete picture is necessary for true justice to be served.
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