Updated September 2, 2025 at 11:43 AM MDT

As members of Congress return to Washington, they'll face continued public demand for the release of files related to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

President Trump and his administration have been unable to shake public scrutiny after the Department of Justice announced in early July that an incriminating "client list" of rich and powerful Epstein associates does not exist — backtracking on statements made by U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi in February. During the presidential campaign, Trump also said he would be open to releasing files related to Epstein.

Now, Congress has a chance to consider the bipartisan Epstein Files Transparency Ac t — co-sponsored by Reps. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., and Ro Khanna, D-Calif. The measure

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