Overview:
On September 3, 2025, 100 survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse gathered in Washington, D.C., for a bipartisan press conference demanding the release of the Epstein files. Joined by lawmakers including Thomas Massie, Ro Khanna, and Marjorie Taylor Greene, the survivors declared their stories are “not a hoax” and vowed to compile their own list of powerful abusers if the Trump administration fails to act. Their push has fueled political tension and raised questions about accountability at the highest levels.
100 Epstein Survivors Declare: “We Are Not a Hoax”
On Wednesday, September 3, 2025, one hundred survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse came together in Washington, D.C., for a bipartisan press conference that is already shaking the political landscape. Their message was clear: they want the Trump administration to release the long-suppressed Epstein files — and if it refuses, they will publish their own list of abusers.
Lawmakers in attendance included Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY), Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA), and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA). Standing alongside the victims, they acknowledged the urgency of the survivors’ call for transparency and accountability.
“We are not a hoax,” said survivor Haley Robson, echoing the sentiments of the group. “This isn’t political — it’s about justice.”
A Press Conference That Struck a Nerve
The event wasn’t without drama. At one point, a military plane flew overhead, temporarily interrupting one of the survivor’s testimonies. The White House later clarified the flyover was in honor of a fallen Polish pilot, but the disruption added a surreal tone to an already emotional day.
Inside the press conference, survivors described harrowing stories of abuse at Epstein’s hands, as well as by other powerful men. Some testimonies were deemed too disturbing for public disclosure and were shared only with lawmakers in private meetings.
Nancy Mace
Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC), after hearing private testimony, reportedly suffered a panic attack and abruptly left. Later, she signed Massie’s petition to force a vote on releasing the Epstein files — though she maintained public support for former President Trump, claiming she does not believe he appears in the files himself.
Massie’s petition to bring the files to a House vote gathered 206 signatures, falling short of the 218 required.
Survivors Say They’ll Release Their Own List
In one of the press conference’s most powerful moments, Epstein survivor Lisa Phillips revealed that she and others are already working on compiling their own list of abusers.
“We will release the names ourselves if the government refuses,” Phillips declared.
This list, survivors say, will include the names of powerful men — from politics to business to entertainment — who allegedly abused them. While no publication date was given, the survivors said discussions are already underway about logistics and safety.
Robson emphasized the importance of unity across the political spectrum:
“I’m a registered Republican — but that doesn’t matter here. This isn’t left versus right. It’s about right versus wrong.”
Political Fallout
The survivors’ push comes after months of controversy surrounding the Trump administration’s handling of the Epstein files. In early 2025, Trump’s Attorney General Pam Bondi claimed she had the Epstein files “on her desk.” Months later, she stated that the files “never existed,” a reversal that has infuriated victims and voters alike.
A Quinnipiac University poll in July 2025 showed 63% of voters disapprove of the Trump administration’s handling of the files. That disapproval is shared across party lines, signaling a rare bipartisan demand for transparency.
Some Republican lawmakers, including Massie and Greene, even floated the idea of reading survivors’ compiled names aloud on the House floor — granting them immunity under congressional speech protections.
Conclusion
For the 100 women who stood before the cameras in Washington, the message was resolute: the Epstein files must be released, and the truth must be made public.
Whether through official government action or their own independent list, the survivors say the time for secrecy is over. What comes next could alter not only the legacy of Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes but also the political landscape of 2025.
Sources
- NBC News – Annie Farmer speaks about abuse by Jeffrey Epstein: NBC News
- YouTube – Press conference video with survivors and lawmakers: YouTube
- Quinnipiac University Poll – July 2025 results on Epstein files handling: Quinnipiac University Polls
- PBS– Pam Bondi interview on Epstein files: PBS News
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