Massie threatens to bring inherent contempt against Bondi to force full Epstein files release

Published December 21, 2025 1:34pm ET



Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) vowed to ensure the Department of Justice complies with the full release of the Jeffrey Epstein files, noting inherent contempt is the “most expeditious way” to enforce it.

The Department of Justice began unveiling the Epstein files on Friday evening, in accordance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act, championed by House members like Massie and Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA). Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche said the rollout will continue over the next several weeks.

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