A powerful scene unfolded on Capitol Hill this week as survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse gathered to demand transparency from the government. On September 2, 2025, women who endured Epstein’s exploitation, along with advocates and lawmakers, called for the full release of federal investigation files tied to the disgraced financier.
Haley Robson, one of the survivors, didn’t hold back, criticizing the government’s lack of openness. “We can’t even read the news without hearing wild stories that survive only because the truth is being hidden,” Robson said. She continued, “The government didn’t protect us. The banks didn’t protect us. Lift the curtain on these files and be transparent.”
Notably, Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene showed up in support, noting the unprecedented turnout for a congressional press conference. Fellow survivor Chauntae Davies shared her personal story, detailing how she first encountered Epstein’s associate Ghislaine Maxwell in 2002, which eventually led to her abuse by Epstein. Davies also highlighted Epstein’s ability to evade accountability, famously bragging about his connections to powerful figures, including former President Donald Trump.
The rally aimed to shine a spotlight on the need for full disclosure of Epstein-related documents. Representatives Thomas Massie (KY) and Ro Khanna (CA) joined the survivors, actively gathering signatures from their colleagues in the House to push a vote on a bill designed to release the files in their entirety.
Despite the public outcry, Trump dismissed the event as “a Democrat hoax that never ends” from the Oval Office. While the House Oversight Committee did release a large portion of files, critics argue much remains hidden—fueling speculation about the former president’s connections to Epstein. Massie called these efforts “shameful,” emphasizing the ongoing fight for accountability.
The Capitol Hill rally serves as a reminder that the voices of Epstein survivors remain loud and clear, demanding justice and full transparency. Their message? The truth cannot stay buried forever.
