{"id":12397,"date":"2025-07-16T03:13:30","date_gmt":"2025-07-16T03:13:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nriglobe.com\/wp68\/back\/?p=12397"},"modified":"2025-07-16T03:13:44","modified_gmt":"2025-07-16T03:13:44","slug":"epstein-files-blocked-by-house-transparency-act-proposed-by-massie-and-khanna","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nriglobe.com\/wp68\/news\/crime-news\/epstein-files-blocked-by-house-transparency-act-proposed-by-massie-and-khanna\/","title":{"rendered":"Epstein Files Blocked by House, Transparency Act Proposed by Massie and Khanna"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Washington, D.C., July 16, 2025<\/strong> \u2013 The U.S. House of Representatives recently blocked a Democratic amendment that would have mandated the release of all Jeffrey Epstein-related documents held by the Department of Justice (DOJ). The amendment, introduced by Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA), was voted down 5-7 by the House Rules Committee, with only one Republican, Rep. Ralph Norman (R-SC), supporting it. In response, Reps. Thomas Massie (R-KY) and Ro Khanna have introduced the Epstein Files Transparency Act<\/strong>, a bipartisan bill aimed at compelling the DOJ to release all Epstein files within 30 days, fueling public demand for transparency in this high-profile case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

House Republicans Block Epstein Files Release<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On July 14, 2025, the House Rules Committee rejected Khanna\u2019s amendment, which was attached to the GENIUS Act, a cryptocurrency-related bill. The amendment sought to force Attorney General Pam Bondi to publish all Epstein-related records, including flight logs, FBI emails, immunity deals, and death records, on a publicly accessible website. Despite bipartisan support from some quarters, the majority of Republicans argued the measure was irrelevant to the legislation, effectively halting a full House vote.<\/a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rep. Jim McGovern (D-MA), a key supporter, expressed frustration, stating, \u201cI want to know what the hell is in these files.\u201d The decision has sparked outrage among transparency advocates, with many questioning why the files remain sealed and who they might implicate.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Epstein Files Transparency Act Introduced<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In a bold move, Reps. Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna announced the Epstein Files Transparency Act<\/strong> on July 15, 2025, to bypass GOP leadership and force a House vote on releasing the complete Epstein files. The bill demands the DOJ make all unclassified records, including investigative materials, publicly available in a searchable and downloadable format within 30 days.<\/a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Massie, a known critic of party-line politics, emphasized the need for accountability, stating on X, \u201cWe all deserve to know what\u2019s in the Epstein files, who\u2019s implicated, and how deep this corruption goes. Americans were promised justice and transparency.\u201d Khanna echoed this sentiment, accusing Republicans of \u201cvoting to protect rich and powerful men\u201d and pledging to continue the fight for transparency.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill uses a discharge petition, a rare procedural tactic requiring 218 signatures to force a floor vote, which Massie and Khanna hope will pressure Congress to act. However, discharge petitions rarely succeed due to party loyalty, making the outcome uncertain.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Public and Political Reactions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Epstein case has stirred significant controversy, particularly among President Donald Trump\u2019s base, following his remarks calling the issue \u201csordid, but boring.\u201d Trump\u2019s comments, coupled with a DOJ memo denying the existence of a \u201cclient list\u201d and confirming Epstein\u2019s death by suicide, have fueled speculation and distrust among supporters and critics alike.<\/a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) broke with Trump, calling for the files\u2019 release, while Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) noted growing unrest among MAGA supporters demanding answers. Meanwhile, Democrats, including Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD), have intensified calls for transparency, citing public interest in uncovering Epstein\u2019s connections to powerful figures.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why It Matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Epstein case, involving allegations of sex trafficking and elite corruption, has long been a lightning rod for conspiracy theories and demands for accountability. The blocked amendment and the introduction of the Epstein Files Transparency Act highlight a broader struggle for government transparency, with both parties facing pressure to address public distrust.<\/a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As the debate continues, the Epstein Files Transparency Act could force lawmakers to take a public stance, potentially exposing divisions within Congress. For now, the files remain sealed, leaving many questions unanswered about Epstein\u2019s network and the DOJ\u2019s handling of the case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stay tuned to NRIGlobe.com for updates on the Epstein Files Transparency Act and other breaking news.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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