1. United States
2. Letter

I am writing to urge you to ensure that the House Oversight Committee's investigation into Jeffrey Epstein applies equal standards to all individuals named in the released files, regardless of political affiliation. While I understand the committee is pursuing contempt proceedings against Bill and Hillary Clinton for failing to appear for depositions scheduled this week, this same level of scrutiny must extend to all powerful figures connected to Epstein, including Republicans such as Donald Trump. The Justice Department released the first tranche of Epstein-related files in December, which included multiple photos of Bill Clinton. However, any comprehensive investigation must examine all individuals who appear in these documents or had documented associations with Epstein. Selective enforcement based on party affiliation undermines the legitimacy of congressional oversight and erodes public trust in our institutions. Recent history demonstrates inconsistent application of contempt standards. Steve Bannon and Peter Navarro were sentenced to prison for defying subpoenas from the January 6 committee, while former Attorney General Merrick Garland faced no prosecution after being held in contempt in 2024 for refusing to turn over audio of President Biden's interview with special counsel Robert Hur. This pattern of partisan enforcement must end. If Chairman Comer and the Oversight Committee are serious about uncovering the truth regarding Epstein's network of powerful associates, they must issue subpoenas to all individuals named in the files and pursue contempt proceedings equally against anyone who refuses to comply. The American people deserve answers about how a convicted sex offender maintained access to the highest levels of power across both parties. I urge you to publicly call for equal treatment of all witnesses in this investigation and to support subpoenas for every individual with documented Epstein connections, regardless of their political party. Justice cannot be selective.