Thomas Massie’s Effort to Investigate Epstein Ties

Representative Thomas Massie has urged investigations into 14 individuals he says have alleged connections to Jeffrey Epstein. This push is part of a broader effort to compel the release of more federal files related to Epstein. Massie highlighted his concerns during a recent House floor speech.

Massie noted that it’s been a year since the Epstein Files Transparency Act became law. The law, co-led by Massie and Democrat Ro Khanna, sought the release of pertinent files from the Department of Justice (DOJ). Massie pointed out that the government still withholds over three million documents related to Epstein.

“The government continues to withhold over three million files,” stated Massie. He emphasized the critical need for accountability within the DOJ and closure for survivors, expressing his commitment to seeing perpetrators investigated and prosecuted.

Massie introduced the Epstein Files Transparency Act II, which aims to engage state courts in the matter. He is working to gather 218 signatures needed for a discharge petition to push forward a House vote. Additionally, the proposed legislation seeks to grant state attorneys general access to Epstein’s files to prosecute related crimes under state law.

List of Named Individuals

Massie revealed the names of 14 people linked to Epstein. These individuals have not been proven guilty, and several have denied wrongdoing. Massie stressed that being named in connection with Epstein does not imply guilt. Notable figures on the list include:

• Jes Staley: An executive at JP Morgan, Staley has denied any criminal wrongdoing, stating his relationship with Epstein was professional.
• Leon Black: Former CEO of Apollo Global Management, Black claims he was unaware of Epstein’s criminal activities until 2019.
• Les Wexner: A retail mogul and former friend of Epstein, Wexner denies knowledge of Epstein’s crimes and maintains faithfulness to his wife.
• David Copperfield: Mentioned in DOJ-released files, Copperfield has denied all allegations tied to Epstein.
• Lapo Elkann: Elkann’s name appears in Epstein’s files, though he faces no accusations or charges connected to the case.
• Tom Pritzker: Pritzker, related to Illinois’ governor, continued to interact with Epstein even after Epstein’s 2008 guilty plea. Pritzker condemned Epstein’s actions in a statement.

Further Investigations Requested

The list continues with other individuals Massie wishes to see investigated, such as:

• Glenn Dubin: Identified by Virginia Giuffre in a lawsuit, Dubin has consistently denied wrongdoing.
• Frédéric Fekkai: Accused via testimony of a former Epstein aide, Fekkai denies these allegations.
• Eduardo Teodorani: Mentioned in connection to Epstein, Teodorani hasn’t been charged with any crime.
• Jean-Luc Brunel: A modeling agent who died while awaiting trial in France.
• Daniel Siad: A modeling scout under investigation whose alleged involvement in trafficking was publicly refuted before his death.
• Ramsey Elkholy: A modeling agent who allegedly communicated with Epstein regarding access to models.
• Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor: Has faced allegations of misconduct tied to Epstein, consistently denying any wrongdoing.
• Lesley Groff: Former executive assistant to Epstein, Groff denies having knowledge of his crimes.

Massie’s immunity from litigation on the House floor supports his efforts to press for transparency and justice. He remains active in seeking accountability for Epstein’s circle of associates.

Newsweek reached out for comment from representatives of those named, with some individuals voicing denial of the allegations. As Massie’s term ends in January, he focuses on clearing the path for investigations to hold all complicit parties accountable.