Dear Mr. Neece,
Thank you for contacting me regarding Jeffrey Epstein, the ongoing release of investigative files, and the role of public officials connected to this deeply disturbing case. I appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts.
As you know, Jeffrey Epstein was a serial predator who ran a horrific sex-trafficking operation that abused and exploited vulnerable young girls for years while powerful people looked the other way. The scale of his crimes represents a profound failure of accountability at the highest levels of wealth and influence, and the American people deserve the full truth about who enabled, covered up, or benefited from his actions. President Trump and members of his administration repeatedly promised complete transparency regarding the “Epstein files,” yet his Administration has repeatedly obstructed the full release of the Epstein files.
Following passage of the Epstein Files Transparency Act in November 2025, which I voted for, the Department of Justice released millions of pages of records in January 2026. While this release confirmed longstanding concerns about Epstein’s extensive network it also left millions of additional pages withheld or heavily redacted. It is clear that continued delays, partial disclosures, and heavily redacted files is part of a broader effort to prevent those responsible for participating in Epstein's horrific sex-trafficking ring from being held accountable.
Let me be clear: there is no excuse for shielding powerful individuals from scrutiny when survivors are still seeking justice. The American people should not have to fight for transparency while the Trump Administration deflects responsibility or dismisses legitimate questions. Survivors deserve accountability, not secrecy; honesty, not excuses, and a government willing to confront uncomfortable truths no matter who is implicated.
Please know, I will continue pushing for the full, responsible release of all appropriate materials, with strong protections for victims, so that no one, regardless of status or political power, escapes public accountability.
Again, thank you for sharing your thoughts. Please continue to contact me on all issues of importance to you and to our district.
Sincerely,
Mike Thompson
Member of Congress






