Khanna, Massie say they can force another Epstein vote
Reps. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) and Thomas Massie (R-Ky. ) announced Thursday they've secured commitments for the 218 signatures needed to force another vote the release of files related to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein . The big picture: Answers about the disgraced financier and his web of wealthy connections have continued to haunt the administration, with Attorney General Todd Blanche now facing the…
Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) and Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) have secured the necessary 218 signatures to force another vote on releasing files related to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. This marks their second attempt in less than a year to achieve transparency in the Epstein files, following a successful bill they pushed through Congress last year.
The pair has now managed to gather commitments from three Republicans and two Democrats for their discharge petition. House Speaker Mike Johnson's recent decision to send the House home early for a lengthy recess has delayed Massie's effort to force a vote on impeaching Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The bipartisan duo's victory could potentially reignite one of the most contentious issues in Washington, though it will likely have to wait until after the upcoming midterm elections.
Khanna emphasized their commitment to holding accountable those involved in Epstein's case and ensuring justice.
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