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Massie Pushes for Epstein Documents Amid GOP Backlash

9/12/2025

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Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) seeks 218 signatures to initiate a House vote on documents related to Jeffrey Epstein.
He faces backlash from GOP leadership and President Donald Trump.
Newly sworn-in Rep. James Walkinshaw (D-VA) supports Massie's petition.
Massie and Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA) require one more signature to advance.
A special election in Arizona on Sept. 23 may bolster their efforts.

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Story summary

Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) seeks 218 signatures to initiate a House vote on documents related to Jeffrey Epstein.
He faces backlash from GOP leadership and President Donald Trump.
Newly sworn-in Rep. James Walkinshaw (D-VA) supports Massie's petition.
Massie and Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA) require one more signature to advance.
A special election in Arizona on Sept. 23 may bolster their efforts.