Victims of Jeffrey Epstein have delivered a powerful message to Donald Trump, declaring they "will not be silenced" over the abuse they endured. The survivors, including the family of late accuser Virginia Giuffre, spoke at a news conference in Washington ahead of the president's State of the Union address, emphasizing their resolve to seek justice.
Survivors Speak Out in Washington
More than a dozen Epstein survivors were invited by Democrats to attend Trump's State of the Union address at the US Capitol, a move that underscores the ongoing political fallout from the Epstein files. The survivors were present at the request of members of Congress, who often invite guests to convey political meanings during the annual speech.
Family of Virginia Giuffre Among Attendees
Sky and Amanda Roberts, brother and sister-in-law of Virginia Giuffre, were among those present. Giuffre, who sued Prince Andrew for sexual abuse in 2021 and died last year, has become a symbol in the fight for accountability. Amanda Roberts stated, "Today is monumental. Today we say to this administration and to the nation that survivors deserve to be seen. We will not be moved, we will not be silenced, and we will not go away."
She added, "The president will speak about his agenda. He may say it's time to move on from this Epstein thing. Mr. president, today we are saying we will not move on, and the world is not moving on."
Political Backing and Public Support
US Judiciary Committee member Jamie Raskin commented on the release of the Epstein files, noting that while the public is "learning a lot," finding injustices in the documents "is a bit like finding a needle in a haystack." He emphasized that the issue of Epstein survivors is not fading away, as millions across America have suffered similar abuse, rape, trafficking, and exploitation.
Raskin said, "That is the social basis for this movement, and why Donald Trump is not going to be able to sweep it under the rug. This is why, despite all of her stone cold indifference, Pam Bondi is not going to be able to make this go away. We have an entire country of survivors and people who are allied with the survivors, and we are going to insist that the truth come out, that justice be done and the perpetrators be held accountable in every single case."
Demands for Accountability
The survivors' message highlights a growing demand for transparency and justice in the wake of the Epstein scandal. Their presence in Washington serves as a stark reminder that the fight against abuse and exploitation continues, with calls for perpetrators to be held accountable resonating across the nation.
