In a pointed critique during a recent discussion, Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) described Florida Attorney General nominee Pam Bondi's demeanor at a hearing as "kind of cold," specifically referencing an image where she appeared not to look at Epstein survivors seated behind her. Massie suggested, "I think she was afraid to," highlighting what he perceived as her reluctance to engage directly with the victims.
Massie emphasized that the survivors, whom he referred to as eager for dialogue, "would love to have a meeting." He framed the issue around the pursuit of justice for these individuals, distancing it from partisan figures by stating, "It’s not about Bill Clinton and it’s not about Donald Trump."
Central to Massie's remarks was the "fc files, transparency act," which he said was designed "about getting these survivors justice." While acknowledging some progress, he noted, "We’ve got some degree of transparency," but criticized the federal agency involved, saying, "it’s called the Department of Justice not the department of transparency."
Massie outlined specific unmet needs of the survivors, asserting they "need to see some of their own three oh two forms which haven’t been released." These FBI 302 forms, which document witness interviews, remain undisclosed, according to the congressman, impeding full accountability.
Furthermore, Massie called for action beyond documents, insisting the survivors "also need to see some of the men that they implicated prosecuted." His comments underscore ongoing demands for prosecution in connection with the Epstein case, prioritizing victim justice over incomplete transparency measures.
The exchange draws attention to the persistent scrutiny surrounding Jeffrey Epstein's files and the associated hearings, where figures like Bondi face questions about their responses to victim testimonies. Massie's remarks, captured in a Rush excerpt, amplify calls for deeper accountability within the Department of Justice.
