Steny Hoyer on Epstein Files: Congress Must Expose Perpetrators

Congressional Action on Epstein Files

• 💡 Representative Steny Hoyer emphasizes that Americans are aghast at Congress's inaction regarding the Epstein files.
• 🎯 The amendment aims to send a strong, united, bipartisan message that the behavior of Epstein and his participants will not be hidden or rationalized.

Protecting Future Victims

• 👨‍👧‍👦 Speaking as a father and grandfather, Hoyer highlights the importance of exposing perpetrators to protect future victims.
• ⚠️ He urges lawmakers to act, stating that failure to expose those involved allows future abuse to occur.

The Purpose of the Amendment

• 📜 Hoyer acknowledges that the language in the amendment may not pass as a bill but serves as a very strong message.
• ✅ The vote on the amendment will signify whether lawmakers want perpetrators exposed or not, urging them not to hide behind procedural excuses.