Pam Bondi Reveals Pending Epstein Investigations Amid Tensions With Survivors at House Hearing

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Attorney General Pam Bondi told members of the House Judiciary Committee this week that there are still active investigations into the Jeffrey Epstein case. It is a statement that directly challenges the narrative previously established by federal law enforcement agencies. Bondi’s testimony suggests a level of activity that the public did not know existed, especially after earlier comments from the FBI and Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche indicated the long-running probe had reached a standstill. During the proceedings, Rep. Chip Roy and Rep. Dan Goldman pressed for clarity on why more of Epstein’s associates have not faced charges in the years following his 2019 death in a Manhattan jail. Goldman brought a personal element to the hearing by pointing out several survivors who were sitting in the gallery. According to the House Judiciary Committee record, these survivors have repeatedly offered to provide evidence and sit for interviews, yet they claim the Department of Justice has never contacted them. The disconnect between the department’s public statements and the experiences of the victims became a central point of contention for the committee. While Bondi insisted that work is ongoing, the survivors’ presence served as a visible reminder of the hurdles victims often face when trying to engage with federal investigators. The hearing was part of a broader congressional effort to scrutinize how the DOJ manages high-profile sex trafficking cases and whether victim testimony is being prioritized. It is a difficult situation for the department, which has faced years of criticism over its handling of the initial 2008 non-prosecution agreement. Goldman said it is troubling to have witnesses willing to talk while the government claims to be searching for leads. The House Judiciary Committee intends to seek further documentation regarding which leads the DOJ has pursued since 2019. Citizens who have information relevant to ongoing human trafficking investigations can submit tips through the FBI’s online portal or contact their local field office. -------------------- At Cleveland 13 News, we strive to provide accurate, up-to-date, and reliable reporting. If you spot an error, omission, or have information that may need updating, please email us at tips@cleveland13news.com. As a community-driven news network, we appreciate the help of our readers in ensuring the integrity of our reporting.