House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer, R-Ky., said Friday that his panel is moving toward additional depositions and potential victim testimony in its ongoing investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, emphasizing a push for accountability and transparency.
In an interview on “Wake Up America,” Comer stated the committee has “five to eight more scheduled depositions” involving high-profile figures named in Epstein-related materials, with the next phase potentially including sworn testimony from victims.
Comer noted that the committee has “several more depositions scheduled,” mentioning individuals such as Bill Gates and others identified in the Epstein files. He added, “I’ve always planned on bringing in the victims — or at least offering them the opportunity to come in and testify under oath — so hopefully that will happen.”
The remarks follow intensified congressional scrutiny of the Epstein case in 2026 after disputes over the Justice Department’s handling and release of millions of pages of documents linked to Epstein and his associates.
Lawmakers from both parties have expressed concerns about delays, redactions, and whether all relevant records have been made public under the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which mandated broad disclosure of investigative materials.
Comer acknowledged that victim participation remains uncertain due to reluctance among some survivors to testify publicly. “I’m OK with it,” he said regarding potential public hearings, “but I understand that the women didn’t want to go under oath.”
The committee chairman indicated the panel intends to provide the opportunity for victims to testify, aligning with broader calls in Washington to give Epstein’s victims a formal platform before Congress.
Comer emphasized the committee’s efforts to move quickly despite logistical challenges. “Congress moves at a snail’s pace,” he said. “We’re trying to move as quickly as possible … and hopefully we’ll get the truth to the American people and see if there’s any way any of these men can be held accountable for wrongdoing.”
The House Oversight Committee has already conducted depositions with several high-profile figures and continues to examine the Justice Department’s actions, including compliance with document release requirements and investigative decisions related to Epstein and his associate Ghislaine Maxwell.
The probe also includes subpoenas for current and former officials, reflecting bipartisan frustration over how the case has been handled and the extent of information disclosed to the public.
Epstein, who died in federal custody in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges, remains at the center of ongoing investigations into his network and the failures that allowed his abuse to continue for years.
Comer stated that the committee’s ultimate goal is to provide clarity and accountability. “We’re moving as quickly as possible,” he added, “and hopefully we’ll get the truth to the American people.”
