Epstein Congressional Records - Oversight Hearings & Legislation

Rep. Shri Thanedar

House remarks assert that Justice Department disclosures to Congress under the Epstein files process were incomplete and overly redacted, and call for additional release and review.

Sen. Marsha Blackburn

Senate remarks trace historical reporting and allegations concerning Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, and related intelligence and financial claims, while arguing for further transparency and oversight.

Rep. James Comer, Chairman, House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

Chairman Comer requested an in-person transcribed interview with Doug Band as part of the Committee's review of federal handling of Epstein and Maxwell investigations and related oversight issues.

Rep. James Comer, Chairman, House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

The Committee asked Bill Gates to appear for a transcribed interview and cited public reporting, DOJ releases, and committee-obtained documents as grounds for seeking his testimony.

Rep. James Comer, Chairman, House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

Chairman Comer sent Leon Black a formal request for testimony in a transcribed interview tied to the Committee's Epstein-Maxwell oversight review.

Rep. James Comer, Chairman, House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

The Oversight Committee requested Lesley Groff's testimony and scheduled an in-person transcribed interview in Washington, D.C.

Rep. James Comer, Chairman, House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

Chairman Comer requested Sarah Kellen's appearance for a transcribed interview while outlining five investigative subjects under committee review.

Rep. James Comer, Chairman, House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

The Committee sent Kathryn Ruemmler a transcribed interview request and cited House Rule X authority for broad oversight into federal handling of the Epstein and Maxwell matters.

Rep. James Comer, Chairman, House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

Chairman Comer asked Ted Waitt to testify in person and set an April 2026 interview date as part of the Committee's ongoing Epstein inquiry.

Sen. Jacky Rosen (D-NV)

S.Res. 608 stated the Senate's position that Ghislaine Maxwell should not receive a pardon or clemency, emphasizing accountability for crimes involving sexual exploitation of minors.

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene

House floor remarks in the Congressional Record call for investigations and prosecutions of individuals alleged to have associated with Epstein after his conviction, framing the issue as one of equal justice and public accountability.

U.S. Senate

Printed Senate resolution language proposes litigation authority to enforce compliance with Public Law 119-38, citing concerns over delayed, incomplete, and heavily redacted Epstein-file productions.

Bipartisan Members of Congress

Bipartisan congressional letter expressing concern about the pace of Epstein Files Transparency Act compliance and demanding agencies accelerate document releases...

Sen. Charles E. Schumer (D-NY)

Early 2026 Senate floor entry titled "Jeffrey Epstein (Executive Session)" documenting continued congressional oversight rhetoric concerning compliance with enacted disclosure law.

Sen. Charles E. Schumer (D-NY)

Congressional Record entry (Vol. 171, No. 212) containing Senate floor remarks on implementation and disclosure obligations after enactment of federal Epstein-file legislation.

Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD-8)

House resolution expressing opposition to any commutation, clemency, or pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell and referring the matter to Judiciary.

U.S. House of Representatives

Official IH bill-text PDF for H.Res. 913 with findings and resolved language opposing clemency for Ghislaine Maxwell.

U.S. Congress

The November 19, 2025 signing ceremony, the effective date triggering the 180-day countdown for DOJ record releases, and the presidential statement accompanying the law...

Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA-17)

Congress enacted H.R. 4405, requiring DOJ to publish unclassified Epstein- and Maxwell-related records in searchable, downloadable form with specific redaction limits and congressional reporting requirements.

U.S. Congress

The enrolled text of H.R. 4405 (Public Law 119-38) sets statutory release requirements for Epstein-related records and defines protected categories for redaction.

Rep. William Keating (D-MA-9)

House floor remarks in the Congressional Record discuss enactment of Epstein files disclosure legislation and urge full implementation without broad withholding claims.

Rep. James Comer, Chairman, House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

Chairman Comer issued a subpoena cover letter to JPMorgan requesting records tied to Epstein-related financial activity and institutional compliance handling...

Rep. James Comer, Chairman, House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

House Oversight transmitted subpoena demands to Deutsche Bank for records connected to Epstein banking relationships and related compliance decisions...

Rep. James Comer, Chairman, House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

Chairman Comer requested cooperation and records from USVI authorities related to Epstein estate oversight and document preservation...

Sen. Marsha Blackburn

Senate floor remarks reference survivor Virginia Giuffre's memoir and call for full release of Epstein-related records, emphasizing accountability for alleged co-conspirators and enablers.

U.S. Senate

The Senate vote count, the near-unanimous 427-1 passage, the list of co-sponsors, and the single dissenting vote on the Epstein Files Transparency Act...

James B. Comey, Former FBI Director

Former FBI Director Comey provided a written response concerning his recollection of federal handling of Epstein-related matters during his tenure...

Robert K. Kelner, Counsel for Former Attorney General Eric H. Holder Jr.

Counsel for former Attorney General Holder submitted a written response to a deposition subpoena and stated their due-diligence review found no recollection of involvement in Epstein or Maxwell matters...

Merrick B. Garland, Former U.S. Attorney General

Former Attorney General Garland submitted a signed statement responding to House Oversight inquiries regarding his recollection of Epstein and Maxwell matters...

Rep. James Comer, Chairman, House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

Chairman Comer requested in camera production of unredacted estate records and a status update on compliance with prior subpoena demands...

Sen. Jeff Merkley (D-OR)

Senate remarks published as "JEFFREY EPSTEIN" in Vol. 171, No. 148, reflecting floor arguments tied to pending file-release legislation.

Rep. Brian Jack (R-GA-3)

The House considered H.Res. 668 passed, directing continued committee investigation and public release of specified Epstein-related records subject to narrow redaction exceptions.

Rep. H. Morgan Griffith (R-VA-9), House Rules Committee

House Rules report text for H.Res. 672, which includes Section 8 adopting H.Res. 668 and links Epstein oversight language to floor procedure.

Rep. James Comer, Chairman, House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

The Oversight Committee requested Suspicious Activity Reports tied to Epstein and Maxwell to evaluate federal anti-trafficking enforcement and possible legislative reforms related to non-prosecution and plea practices.

Rep. James Comer, Chairman, House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

Chairman Comer sent a subpoena cover letter to Epstein's estate requesting unredacted documents in estate custody and setting a production deadline, framing the request as part of ongoing legislative oversight.

Rep. James Comer, Chairman, House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

The Committee issued a subpoena and schedule to DOJ seeking production of Epstein- and Maxwell-related records, including case-file materials and related communications, with a set return timeline.

Rep. James Comer, Chairman, House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

A consolidated set of cover letters accompanied deposition subpoenas to former DOJ and FBI officials and to Bill and Hillary Clinton, outlining the Committee's investigative scope and scheduled testimony dates.

Rep. Haley M. Stevens (D-MI-11)

H.R. 4946 was introduced in the 119th Congress as the Epstein Crime Victims Act, with referral to the House Judiciary Committee and publication on Congress.gov.

U.S. House of Representatives

Official IH text PDF for H.R. 4946 preserving the introduced statutory language and section-by-section formatting for the Epstein Crime Victims Act.

U.S. Senate

S.Res. 335 called on courts to unseal Epstein and Maxwell case materials, including grand jury materials, while preserving redactions needed to protect victims and ongoing prosecutions.

Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-OK)

S.Res. 335 urged federal and state courts to unseal Epstein-related materials to the extent allowed by law, while preserving legal protections for sensitive information.

Sen. Charles E. Schumer (D-NY)

Senate floor remarks entered in the Congressional Record under "Jeffrey Epstein (Executive Session)," documenting debate framing around file-release demands.

Rep. James Comer, Chairman, House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

Chairman Comer transmitted a cover letter with subpoena notice for Maxwell's deposition at FCI Tallahassee, citing the Committee's July 22 subcommittee vote and oversight authority under House Rules X and XI.

Rep. Austin Scott (R-GA-8)

H.Res. 598 provided for House adoption mechanics for H.Res. 589 and formalized floor handling of the Epstein-records release resolution.

Rep. Ralph Norman (R-SC-5)

H.Res. 589 called for public release of documents, records, and communications tied to the Epstein investigation and was later provided for under H.Res. 598.

Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ)

S.Res. 325 expressed that DOJ should release appropriate non-sensitive Epstein investigation materials to restore public trust and support institutional accountability.

Rep. Ralph Norman (R-SC-5)

H.Res. 589 called for public release of specified Epstein-related records and was advanced through the Rules Committee process via H.Res. 598.

U.S. House Committee on Rules

House Rules reported H.Res. 581, a special rule that amended H.R. 185 to require broad DOJ disclosure of unclassified Epstein records while allowing only limited victim-protective and investigative redactions.

Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA-17)

H.R. 4405 was introduced to require DOJ disclosure of specified unclassified Epstein and Maxwell records, with statutory redaction limits and reporting requirements.

Rep. Marc A. Veasey (D-TX-33)

House resolution introduced to demand immediate release of federal records related to Jeffrey Epstein, with referral to the Judiciary Committee.

U.S. House of Representatives

Official introduced-text PDF for H.Res. 577 preserving the exact legislative language requesting immediate release of federal Epstein-related documents.

U.S. Congress

Complete text of the Epstein Files Transparency Act legislation including all sections, definitions, timelines, and the 180-day release mandate for federal records...

U.S. Congress

Congressional floor debate transcript with statements from sponsors and opponents, arguments for and against full disclosure, and the legislative history of amendments...

U.S. House of Representatives

House resolution calling for full declassification and release of all Epstein-related government files...

U.S. Senate Select Committee on Intelligence

Senate Intelligence Committee review of allegations regarding Epstein's intelligence connections...

House Committee on Oversight and Reform

Congressional investigation examining how Jeffrey Epstein obtained tens of millions in tax benefits through the USVI Economic Development Commission despite his sex offender status...

House Committee on the Judiciary

Congressional hearing where the DOJ Inspector General testified about systemic failures at the Metropolitan Correctional Center leading to Jeffrey Epstein's death...

U.S. Senate Committee on Armed Services

Senate inquiry into alleged connections between Jeffrey Epstein and the defense and intelligence communities, including the claim that Epstein 'belonged to intelligence'...

U.S. House Committee on Oversight

Congressional hearing examining Bureau of Prisons failures leading to Epstein's death at MCC...

Congressional Research Service (CRS)

CRS analysis examining the legal framework of non-prosecution agreements and the Epstein NPA's compliance with the Crime Victims' Rights Act...

House Committee on the Judiciary

Congressional letter demanding that the DOJ continue pursuing Epstein's co-conspirators following his death, asserting that his death must not end the investigation.

Senate Judiciary Committee

Bipartisan Senate letter demanding answers from AG Barr about the circumstances of Epstein's death at MCC...

U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee

Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on the Epstein NPA featuring oral testimony from witnesses, questioning of DOJ officials, and live examination of how the plea deal was reached...

U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee

The formal bipartisan letter demanding DOJ answers about NPA negotiations, why CVRA victim notification was bypassed, and what role senior officials played in approving the plea arrangement...

Senate Judiciary Committee (Bipartisan)

The bipartisan Senate Judiciary oversight report demanding a full DOJ review of the Epstein case, the specific questions posed, and the findings about NPA negotiation failures...

House Committee on Financial Services

Congressional subpoena demanding Deutsche Bank produce records of its financial relationship with Jeffrey Epstein...

U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation

Senate confirmation hearing transcript where Alexander Acosta was questioned about his role in the Epstein non-prosecution agreement during his nomination for Secretary of Labor...