Rep. Massie on Bill to Release Epstein Files: DOJ Leaders Face Criminal Liability

New Legislation on Epstein Files

• 🏛️ A bill compelling the Department of Justice to release all unclassified files related to Jeffrey Epstein has passed both the House and the Senate.
• 📜 The legislation is awaiting President Trump's signature to become law, expected soon.

Release Timeline and Potential Withholding

• ⏳ Once signed, the Justice Department will have 30 days to make the files public.
• ⚠️ Concerns exist that President Trump might ask the DOJ to investigate ties between Democrats and Epstein, potentially limiting the scope of released documents.

Criminal Liability for Non-Compliance

• ⚖️ Representative Thomas Massie stated that if the bill is signed into law, FBI and DOJ leaders would be criminally liable if the President does not allow a full release of the Epstein files.
• 🔑 This legal recourse is intended to ensure transparency and prevent any cover-ups.

Bipartisan Support for Transparency

• ✅ The bill passed the Senate by unanimous consent, a rare occurrence, indicating broad agreement across party lines.
• 🤝 This bipartisan effort overcame initial resistance from Republican leadership, highlighting a significant push for transparency regarding the Epstein investigation.