Wisconsin’s U.S. House members were among the many lawmakers who on Nov. 18 voted to pass the Epstein Files Transparency Act.
The bill would would require the federal government to publicly release as much information as possible about late accused sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein. It passed in a 427-1 vote in the House and the Senate passed the bill with unanimous support later on Nov. 18, sending the bill on its way to President Donald Trump for signature. Trump has recently reversed his stance on releasing the records, indicating he would sign the measure.
Here’s what to know about how Wisconsin U.S. Representatives voted on the measure:
How did Wisconsin’s U.S. Representatives vote on the Epstein Files Transparency Act?
Here’s how Wisconsin’s eight U.S. Representatives voted, according to the official roll call:
What did Wisconsin’s House of Representatives members say about the Epstein Files Transparency Act?
“Just voted YES on releasing the Epstein files,” Pocan, who represents the 2nd Congressional District, wrote in a post on X.
Moore, who represents Milwaukee in the 4th Congressional District, said in a Nov. 18 statement the vote is a “vital step in finally securing transparency and accountability” for survivors and the American people.
“These survivors were denied justice for far too long, and too many people looked the other way, failing them,” Moore said. “I thank the survivors who courageously came forward to share their heartbreaking stories of abuse and called for Congress to vote to release these files. The American public echoes their calls for transparency.”
Fitzgerald, who represents the 5th Congressional District, said the vote “promotes greater transparency and oversight” in a statement on X.
“Americans have a right to know what the government knows, and this is a step toward justice for those affected by Epstein’s horrific crimes,” Fitzgerald said.
Tiffany, who represents the 7th Congressional District and is seeking the gubernatorial GOP nomination, said in a statement on X that he voted in favor of the bill because “the American people deserve full transparency.”
“For years under President Biden, Democrats kept the Epstein files sealed. Today, I voted to release them and give the American people the sunlight they deserve,” Tiffany said.
Wied, who represents the 8th Congressional District, said in a statement on X that he was proud to vote in favor.
“It was clear the American people believed more needed to be done,” Wied said. “With this vote, the House, under the Trump Administration, has shown the American people the transparency they deserve.”
Van Orden, who represents the 3rd Congressional District, shared a clip of an appearance on The Hill, where he called for the death penalty for anyone convicted of sexual assault in the Epstein case.
“My vote today was straightforward: no more secrets, no more excuses, and no more protecting predators. The American people will finally see the truth and accountability will follow,” Van Orden said in a statement on X.
This story was updated to add new information.
This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Here’s how Wisconsin’s congressional delegation voted on the Epstein Files Transparency Act
Reporting by Cailey Gleeson and Drake Bentley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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