Epstein victims reveal how his network operated: “We’ll create our list. We know the names”

Following the release of over 30,000 documents tied to the Jeffrey Epstein case by the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, survivors of the convicted sex offender held a powerful press conference demanding full transparency from the federal government.

The event, led by Representatives Ro Khanna (D-CA) and Thomas Massie (R-KY), is part of a rare bipartisan effort to pass the Epstein Files Transparency Act—a bill aimed at delivering justice to victims by mandating the full public release of all records related to Epstein, including the notorious “Epstein list” of individuals allegedly connected to the case.

What the Epstein Files Transparency Act demands

According to the proposed legislation, within 30 days of the bill’s enactment, the US Attorney General would be required to publicly release all unclassified records, documents, communications, and investigative materials held by the Department of Justice—including those from the FBI and US Attorney’s Offices—pertaining to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.

This includes:

Survivors speak out

During the press conference, survivors emphasized the need for accountability and urged lawmakers to ensure that no one—regardless of power or influence—is shielded from scrutiny.

Their message was clear: the public deserves to know the full scope of Epstein’s network and the mechanisms that allowed him to operate for so long.

Why it matters

The Epstein case has long been shrouded in secrecy, fueling public distrust and speculation. Advocates argue that releasing these files could shed light on systemic failures and help prevent future abuses. With support from both sides of the aisle, the bill represents a critical step toward transparency and justice.

Epstein survivors expose how his network operated

Today, September 3, Epstein’s victims gathered outside the US Capitol to demand full transparency from the federal government. The press conference marked a powerful moment in the ongoing fight for justice, as victims called on the Trump administration to release all Epstein-related files—without redactions, protective orders, or secrecy agreements.

Survivors urged lawmakers to set aside confidentiality deals and legal shields that have kept key information hidden for years. Their message was clear: the public deserves to know the full extent of Epstein’s operations and the people who enabled them.

Testimonies reveal a pattern

During the event, several survivors shared harrowing accounts of how Epstein’s network functioned. According to their stories, many victims were recruited not by strangers, but by other victims—young women who had already been manipulated and coerced into bringing others into the fold.

One of those voices was Haley Robson, who described how Epstein’s system thrived on cycles of exploitation, secrecy, and silence. Her testimony, like many others, painted a chilling picture of how the abuse was perpetuated and concealed.

At just 16 years old, Haley Robson was approached by a classmate with what sounded like an easy way to make hundreds of dollars—giving a “massage” to a wealthy man. But what awaited her was far from what she expected.

According to Robson, when she arrived at Jeffrey Epstein’s residence, the financier would undress and demand sexual acts from the underage girls. Afterward, he would pay them between $200 and $300 and pressure them to recruit more girls from their schools—offering cash in exchange. If they refused, Robson says, he issued ultimatums.

“When I walked into the massage room, Epstein took off his clothes and asked me to do things to him,” Robson recalled during a recent press conference outside the Capitol. “I’ve never been more scared in my life. I felt like I didn’t have a choice—if I disobeyed him, something bad could happen.”

Out of fear, Robson says she agreed to bring other girls from her school. “He paid me $200 every time I brought someone,” she added.

Her testimony sheds light on how Epstein’s network operated—through manipulation, fear, and cycles of exploitation.

Marina Lacerda, who says she was just 14 when she was recruited under the guise of a high-paying massage job, described her experience as “a nightmare.” She worked for Epstein until she was 17 and now says she can’t remember parts of her own story. That’s why she’s urging the government to release all documents related to the case.

“There are people who know more about my abuse than I do,” Lacerda said. “The government has the records that could help me remember—and help me heal.”

Survivors say they’ll release their own list

Lisa Phillips, who was taken to Epstein’s private island in 2000, offered a stark assessment: “He wasn’t just a serial predator—he was an internationally protected human trafficker.” She called on Congress to stop shielding abusers and start protecting survivors.

Phillips revealed that Epstein’s victims have been discussing the creation of their own list of names—individuals they personally witnessed within Epstein’s inner circle.

“We’ll make our own list,” Phillips declared. “We’ll gather the names of everyone we know who was part of Epstein’s circle. We’re doing this for the survivors—and because of the survivors.”

Her statement was met with a fiery response from Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA), who pledged to take action: “The moment I get that list, I’ll walk into the House chamber and read every damn name of the men who abused these victims.”

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