Statement on Recently Released DOJ Documents Concerning Jeffrey Epstein and Les Wexner

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) released the following statement in response to Department of Justice documents concerning Jeffrey Epstein and Les Wexner:

"My thoughts are with the survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking and abuse. Their courage in coming forward demands our commitment to truth, accountability, and justice.

Throughout this matter, I have been consistent in my call for justice for the survivors. Within the recently released documents are references to Les Wexner and his interactions with Jeffrey Epstein. Mr. Wexner must answer all questions under oath. If he participated in or enabled these crimes, he must be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law.

I have donated campaign contributions I received from Mr. Wexner to local organizations that support survivors of sex trafficking and abuse. I fully support the congressional investigation. As the facts are developed through the House Oversight Committee investigation, I will continue to stand with the survivors and their call for justice."

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