House Probes Epstein Case: What Could Unfold Next in the Investigation

WASHINGTON (AP) — A key House committee has reopened the investigation into the late Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking crimes, seeking to subpoena documents from the Trump-era Department of Justice and schedule a deposition with Epstein’s longtime associate, Ghislaine Maxwell.

The Republican-led House Oversight and Government Reform Committee took action just before Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) dismissed lawmakers for a monthlong recess. The move signals growing pressure for transparency in a case that former President Donald Trump has repeatedly urged his supporters to leave behind.

Though these initial steps mark progress, they also set the stage for what may become a lengthy and complex inquiry. The Epstein case has fueled widespread speculation since his controversial death in 2019, and critics argue that key figures in the Trump administration have backed away from earlier promises of full disclosure.

As the investigation unfolds, the House may press for more testimony, documents, and clarity on how Epstein’s network operated—and whether powerful individuals were protected from scrutiny.