427-1: House Votes Overwhelmingly to Release Epstein Files, Senate Passes — Will Trump Sign?

November 19, 2025

The U.S. House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly 427-1 to release files related to convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein, who died in federal custody in 2019 under suspicious circumstances. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene championed the cause alongside thirty women who identify as Epstein's survivors, despite being called a traitor by President Trump for her stance. President Trump reversed his initial opposition and announced he would sign the legislation after both chambers passed it, with the Senate approving by unanimous consent.

Who is affected

Thirty women who identify as survivors of sexual violence perpetrated by Jeffrey Epstein
Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene (Republican, Georgia)
Representative Thomas Massie (Republican, Kentucky)
Representative Clay Higgins (Republican, Louisiana) - the only member to vote against release
President Donald Trump
Republican members of Congress who supported the bill
Speaker Mike Johnson
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer
Senate Majority Leader John Thune

What action is being taken

The U.S. House voted 427-1 to release the Epstein files
The U.S. Senate passed the Epstein Files Transparency Act by unanimous consent
Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene is undergoing a major political transition against divisive politics
Epstein survivors appeared at press conferences and lobbied members of Congress

Why it matters

This matters because it represents accountability and transparency regarding one of the most high-profile sexual abuse cases involving powerful individuals. The near-unanimous support demonstrates rare bipartisan agreement on an issue of justice for sexual violence survivors. The public release of these files could reveal information about influential people connected to Epstein's criminal activities and provides validation and recognition for the survivors who have fought for transparency.

What's next

The Epstein files legislation goes to President Trump's desk to be signed into law, after which all files will be publicly released.

Read full article from source: The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint