Both Chambers Approve Epstein Files Transparency Act To Make Justice Department Release Epstein Files— Bill Now Heads to Trump’s Desk for Signature

The push to expose the full, unredacted Jeffrey Epstein files has reached its final stage. After a historic 427–1 vote in the U.S. House of Representatives on Tuesday (Nov. 18), the U.S. Senate has now passed the Epstein Files Transparency Act as well, sending the explosive legislation directly to President Donald Trump’s desk for signature.

The bill — now just one pen stroke away from becoming law — would require the U.S. Department of Justice to publicly release unredacted records related to Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, and any associates or connected individuals within 30 days of enactment.

What the Bill Forces Into the Light

The Epstein Files Transparency Act mandates the release of:

• Criminal investigation files

• Prosecution documents

• Flight logs

• Communications

• Any materials tied to Epstein’s network of co-conspirators

The law forbids the Justice Department from withholding records to prevent “embarrassment, reputational harm, or political sensitivity” for government officials or public figures. Only minimal redactions will be allowed to protect survivors’ identities, prevent the release of child sexual abuse materials, and maintain legitimately classified national security information.

Senate Approval Follows Intense Pressure

The Senate vote came after all Senate Democrats demanded immediate action in a public letter urging the chamber to move “without delay.”

“The Senate has shown strong leadership,” the letter read. “Now this legislation must be sent to the President to be signed into law so the American people can finally see the full Epstein files.”

Survivors and Advocates Applaud the Breakthrough

U.S. Rep. Emilia Sykes said the bicameral approval marks a historic moment for transparency.

“Survivors deserve the truth and to know that their voices matter,” she said. “Powerful men have long used their connections to avoid accountability. This is the beginning of the end of these harmful tactics.”

Trump’s Reversal Opened the Door

President Trump previously opposed the bill but reversed course earlier this week. That shift cleared the path for House and Senate Republicans to support the legislation with broad unity despite vocal concerns that Democrats might weaponize the released documents.

A Landmark Transparency Moment

With both chambers now aligned, the Epstein Files Transparency Act has only one step left: President Trump’s signature.

If he signs it — as expected — the Justice Department will have 30 days to release some of the most sought-after files in modern American history.

The world is now watching the Oval Office. The countdown to full disclosure is about to begin.