Epstein survivors unleash fury outside Capitol, exposing DOJ’s failures
On September 3, 2025, Jeffrey Epstein’s survivors stood united outside the U.S. Capitol, their voices trembling with rage and resolve. They demanded the truth about a monster who abused them and the system that let him roam free. With lawmakers by their side, they called out the Department of Justice (DOJ) for hiding records and protecting powerful names. The survivors’ raw pain and bold accusations—especially against former U.S. Attorney Alex Acosta—promise to shake the nation. Their fight for unredacted files and a list of Epstein’s allies could unravel a web of corruption, but will the government deliver?
Survivors Slam DOJ’s Secrecy
The survivors tore into the DOJ for releasing 33,295 pages of Epstein-related documents, nearly all previously made public and heavily redacted. They called it a slap in the face, accusing the DOJ of breaking federal law by not consulting victims. Alex Acosta, who cut Epstein’s infamous 2008 plea deal, took the brunt of their outrage. That deal let Epstein dodge federal charges, serving just 13 months with work-release privileges. “The DOJ enabled a predator,” one survivor implied, highlighting Acosta’s role in a deal a judge later called illegal.
Heart-Wrenching Stories of Abuse
Jena-Lisa Jones, just 14 when Epstein targeted her, shared a gut-punch of a story.
“I had never been more scared in my life than I was that first time that he hurt me,” said Jones, her voice breaking.
She admitted still feeling guilt, despite being a child victim. Her words exposed the lifelong scars Epstein left. Meanwhile, Courtney Wild demanded answers:
“Why was Jeffrey Epstein so protected? Who is still being protected?”
Her question hung heavy, pointing to a system that failed them while shielding Epstein’s powerful friends.
Naming Names, Facing Fears
The survivors revealed they’re compiling a list of Epstein’s associates but fear for their safety. Marina Lacerda, a key witness in Epstein’s 2019 case, said they’re “scared” to release it. Yet, their demand for truth drives them forward. They want the DOJ’s unredacted files to expose who enabled Epstein. A government meant to protect justice seems to guard secrets instead. With Reps. Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna pushing a petition for a House vote to release the files, the survivors’ fight gains traction—but faces resistance from House Speaker Mike Johnson.
Lawmakers Join the Fight
Massie and Khanna stood shoulder-to-shoulder with the survivors, amplifying their call for transparency. Massie urged colleagues to imagine their own loved ones as victims, while Khanna framed it as a stand “against big money.” Their discharge petition, backed by Reps. Marjorie Taylor Greene and others, needs just two more Republican signatures for a vote. Yet, Johnson’s opposition—claiming the Oversight Committee’s work is enough—smacks of dodging the truth.
A Demand for Justice
The Epstein survivors’ Capitol stand was a raw cry for truth, exposing the DOJ’s failures and Acosta’s shameful deal. As they push for unredacted files and grapple with naming Epstein’s allies, they challenge a government hiding behind red tape. Will the DOJ finally release the truth, or will it keep Epstein’s secrets buried?
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