GOP Rep. Massie says he wants more from Epstein estate than his reported 'birthday book'

Source: ABC News

July 27, 2025, 11:41 AM


Republican Rep. Thomas Massie said Sunday he stands with Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna's calls to subpoena Jeffrey Epstein's estate for documents related to his case, including, as reported by the Wall Street Journal, a birthday letter to Epstein allegedly written by President Donald Trump in 2003.

"Well, I think we should get a lot more than just the book. Let's get the financial records of the estate. Where is it -- follow the money, as they say up here," Massie told ABC News' "This Week" co-anchor Jonathan Karl. "We should look at the plea bargain. Open that up. See what was the deal? What was the deal that was cut? I think there's a lot more than just that letter."

The Wall Street Journal reported on a birthday message Trump allegedly wrote in a book of messages for Epstein’s 50th birthday -- the president denies it exists and has sued the Journal for defamation over the report. ABC News has not been able to confirm the existence of the letter.

Massie and Khanna's joint legislation would force a House vote on the release of the Epstein files in the Justice Department’s possession. However, Speaker Mike Johnson sent the House out for August recess a day early, effectively skirting efforts to release more files. Massie and Khanna are seeking a discharge petition, which with 218 votes from House members would bypass Johnson.

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