
Reps. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., and Ro Khanna, D-Calif., who are working together to push the Trump administration to release federal files related to Jeffrey Epstein, disagreed Sunday over whether President Donald Trump should pardon Epstein’s longtime associate Ghislaine Maxwell. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading.
Main Idea: Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna disagreed over whether Ghislaine Maxwell should be pardoned as they push for the release of Epstein-related files.
Key Points:
Fight over the Epstein files could deepen distrust in government if voters see leaders blocking transparency or protecting the powerful.
Releasing more records could give victims and the public clearer facts,.
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The convicted Epstein associate at the center of the pardon discussion and testimony concerns.
Central lawmaker partnering with Massie on the Epstein-files push and giving the opposing view on a Maxwell pardon.
The president whose potential pardon of Ghislaine Maxwell and administration actions on Epstein files are a major focus.
Central lawmaker in the bipartisan effort to force release of the Epstein files and a main voice on.
The chamber where Massie and Khanna are seeking a vote on releasing Epstein-related files.
The underlying figure whose files, victims, and related records are the core subject of the article.
Named congressional leader taking a public position on the Epstein-files vote and Maxwell pardon issue.
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Senior Justice Department official whose meeting with Maxwell is referenced as part of the dispute.