Unredacted Epstein Files Can Reportedly Be Viewed By Congress Members Next Week
Topline
Federal lawmakers will be able to review unredacted Epstein files starting next week, according to NBC Newsoffering a chance to see the publicly available documents linked to the convicted sex offender following bipartisan scrutiny over their heavy redactions.
Members will be able to review the files on Monday. (Photo by Joe Schildhorn/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)
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Key Facts
Starting Monday, members of congress will be able to view the files in-person on computers at the Justice Department’s office, NBC reported, citing a letter sent to lawmakers and two unnamed sources familiar with the plans.
Members can review the documents in person if they provide the DOJ 24 hours’ notice and will be allowed to take notes.
Electronic devices cannot be brought in, according to the letter cited by NBC.
Reps. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., and Ro Khanna, D-Calif., who spearheaded the law requiring the DOJ to release the Epstein files, requested access to the unredacted files last week.
Khanna seemingly confirmed the NBC News report in a tweet responding to the story, saying, “When Congress pushes back, Congress can prevail.”
Forbes has reached out to Massie and Khanna’s offices, as well as the DOJ for comment.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
