Representatives Nancy Mace, R-S.C., and Suhas Subramanyam, D-Va., are working together to pursue unfinished business in the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, regardless of which party controls the House next year. They conveyed their commitment to finding answers during an appearance on NewsNation with Chris Cuomo.
Cuomo brought up the question of whether the investigation has come to a halt, considering Attorney General Todd Blanche’s statement that the Department of Justice’s review was complete. Mace shared that a discharge petition, referred to as “Epstein 2.0,” lacks just two signatures to proceed. Clearing the House would mean survivors could access documents from the investigation. It would also grant state attorneys general, such as New Mexico’s, the authority to continue investigations if federal efforts do not proceed.
Subramanyam emphasized that the investigation would persist if his party gains control. He stated that they would enforce subpoenas and pursue responses from those dodging questions. He highlighted that many earlier discussions were not under oath, which limited their effectiveness.
Both Mace and Subramanyam expressed support for measures to protect survivors. Cuomo suggested closed sessions with survivors for them to identify individuals involved, which Mace agreed to, ensuring their safety in such contexts.
Concerns over defamation suits from influential figures weigh heavily on survivors. Mace has proposed a bill to cover legal fees for survivors winning such cases. Subramanyam pointed out that legislative changes are necessary to improve conditions for victims of sexual violence.