Coverage dated November 5, 2026

Epstein Files Showdown Looms as Thomas Massie Vows to Secure 218 Signatures

Headline from Newsweek

The push to force greater disclosure of Jeffrey Epstein-related government records could reach a critical turning point next week.

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Reports & sources

13 articles, oldest first.

News Nation Now
Massie vows to force vote on Epstein Files Transparency Act II (opens News Nation Now)
Published Nov 5, 2026
News Nation Now's feed description
The proposed legislation would allow states and victims to sue for files and allow lawmakers to challenge withheld files.
The Hill
Massie to push a forced vote on second Epstein files bill next week (opens The Hill)
Published Nov 5, 2026
The Hill's feed description
Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.), the sponsor of the original Epstein Files Transparent Act, said Thursday he felt confident he could force a vote on a follow up bill once Congress returns following the election.
The New Republic
Massie Says He Has Enough Signatures to Force Vote on Epstein Files (opens The New Republic)
Published Nov 5, 2026
The New Republic's feed description
Republican Representative Thomas Massie says he has enough support to force a vote on his second Epstein Transparency Act. “When we return next week, we’ll get 218 signatures for Epstein Files Transparency Act II, which guarantees a vote,” Massie wrote Thursday on X.
Newsweek
Epstein Files Showdown Looms as Thomas Massie Vows to Secure 218 Signatures (opens Newsweek)
Published Nov 5, 2026
Newsweek's feed description
The push to force greater disclosure of Jeffrey Epstein-related government records could reach a critical turning point next week.

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