Speaker Johnson on Epstein Files Release: 'Hope It Brings Comfort to Victims'

Release of Epstein Files

• 🎤 Speaker Johnson stated he hopes the release of the Epstein files will bring comfort to the victims and survivors.
• ⚠️ He emphasized the importance of protecting the identities of victims, noting that many of the estimated thousand victims of Epstein's evils have not had their identities revealed.
• ⚖️ Johnson mentioned that Congress has spoken on the matter, and the president will process it, with no expected delays.

Concerns with Underlying Bill

• 📉 Speaker Johnson expressed that he had made clear for months his belief in serious flaws in the underlying bill.
• 🏛️ He had hoped the Senate would work to fix these flaws but was surprised and disappointed when they chose a different direction.
• ✅ Despite his reservations, Johnson acknowledged that the bill has passed Congress and they did what was necessary.

Victim Support

• 🙏 Johnson conveyed his sympathy for the victims and mentioned that some heroic women had come forward.
• 🕊️ He prayed that the outcome of the file release would be that victims do not have to suffer more harm.
• 🏠 He noted that some victims wanted to be present for the signing, indicating his support for their involvement.