In an interview on the BBC's Newsnight programme, US Congressman Thomas Massie expressed that he is 'not satisfied' with the information released in connection to Jeffrey Epstein. Massie was clear in his stance, stating, 'Men need to be perp-walked in handcuffs to the jail, and until we see that here in this country... we don't have a system of justice that's working.'
Criticizing the Department of Justice (DOJ) for the number of files withheld or redacted, Massie highlighted the importance of full transparency for the survivors. The DOJ has stated they released all files except those exempted under certain legislation.
Massie contrasted the US situation with recent arrests in the UK of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Lord Peter Mandelson, stating, 'it's ironic that [the US] thought we could have more justice by becoming independent from Britain.' He also noted the need for cooperation between the DOJ and London's Metropolitan Police to share unredacted material related to Epstein's abuse.
The Congressman’s remarks come on the heels of a broader conversation about the justice system's capabilities in handling cases of prominent individuals connected to Epstein, who previously dealt with powerful people like presidents and billionaires while victimizing younger girls.
Massie emphasized that survivors should be at the forefront of this matter, reiterating the need for the system to work effectively for justice to be served.
Criticizing the Department of Justice (DOJ) for the number of files withheld or redacted, Massie highlighted the importance of full transparency for the survivors. The DOJ has stated they released all files except those exempted under certain legislation.
Massie contrasted the US situation with recent arrests in the UK of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Lord Peter Mandelson, stating, 'it's ironic that [the US] thought we could have more justice by becoming independent from Britain.' He also noted the need for cooperation between the DOJ and London's Metropolitan Police to share unredacted material related to Epstein's abuse.
The Congressman’s remarks come on the heels of a broader conversation about the justice system's capabilities in handling cases of prominent individuals connected to Epstein, who previously dealt with powerful people like presidents and billionaires while victimizing younger girls.
Massie emphasized that survivors should be at the forefront of this matter, reiterating the need for the system to work effectively for justice to be served.
