The Senate acted quickly on Tuesday to approve legislation mandating the release of related to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein Investigation Files. This came just hours after the House of Representatives passed the bill by an overwhelming 427-1 vote, signaling bipartisan consensus and effectively finalizing a push that President Donald Trump had opposed for months but ultimately agreed to sign.
Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer hailed the move as long overdue for both the American public and Epstein’s victims, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability. The bill, once received by the Senate from the House, was passed by unanimous consent and now awaits Trump’s signature to become law. Trump had initially dismissed the controversy as a “Democrat hoax” but reversed his position as its passage became inevitable, allowing Republicans to support the measure.
Epstein Investigation Files Approve
The legislation requires the Justice Department to disclose all unclassified records tied to Epstein within 30 days, including details of the investigation into his death in 2019, while permitting redaction only in cases involving ongoing investigations or protecting victims’ privacy. Some Republicans voiced concerns about potential exposure of innocent people’s information but voted in favor to avoid appearing against transparency.
The Epstein case reignited public scrutiny in July after a DOJ and FBI memo claimed no further disclosures would be made, contradicting prior assurances from Trump’s administration. The bipartisan effort to force release was driven by survivors and their advocates demanding justice and has become one of the most significant congressional actions against corruption and abuse linked to Epstein. (Source)
Trump’s close ties to Epstein and the high-profile nature of the case intensified political pressure, leading to this decisive congressional intervention. The bill’s passage marks a critical step towards uncovering the full scope of Epstein’s crimes and the extent of his connections to powerful figures.
