Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) made national headlines on NBC’s “Meet the Press” by calling for the full public release of the Jeffrey Epstein files, emphasizing that the push for transparency is not about former President Trump but about holding the wealthy and powerful accountable. Khanna insisted that what he dubbed “the Epstein class”—an elite network with the power to shield itself from justice—needs to be dismantled to restore public trust and ensure accountability, regardless of political affiliation.
Not About Politics—About Justice
During his interview, Khanna stressed the bipartisan nature of the movement to release the Epstein records, pointing to support from both Republicans and progressives who have met with survivors of Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell’s abuse. He rejected arguments that the effort is aimed at attacking Trump specifically, instead framing the fight as a step toward justice for survivors and a broader reckoning with a system that too often protects elites at the expense of ordinary Americans.
The “Epstein Class” and Public Trust
Khanna’s remarks described a group—what he called “the Epstein class”—as having operated above the law for too long, using influence and secrecy to evade consequences. He argued that only total transparency, with all files and names released, can break this cycle and begin to rebuild public confidence in institutions and the rule of law.
Bipartisan Pressure Mounts
With a discharge petition and House floor vote looming, Khanna and his allies remain committed to the cause, even as Congress responds to thousands of newly released documents and rising public demand for answers. Survivors, advocates, and lawmakers from across the aisle are increasingly vocal, making this a defining moment for American transparency and accountability.