Progressives Urge Senate Dems to Block AG Confirmation Until Epstein Files Released

In the wake of President Trump’s removal of Pam Bondi, Our Revolution, the largest grassroots-funded progressive political organizing group in the country, is calling on Senate Democrats to withhold any vote on confirming a new Attorney General until there is a clear commitment to release all Epstein-related files and pursue real accountability.

The call follows a statement issued yesterday by Rep. Ro Khanna, who urged senators to refuse any confirmation vote absent full transparency and prosecutions. Khanna, a leading voice in pushing for the release of the files, working across the aisle to elevate the issue, defend survivors, and demand accountability previously called for Bondi to be held accountable and removed.

With the vacancy at the Department of Justice, the call underscores a broader truth: even in the minority, Democrats have the power to shape outcomes—if they are willing to use it.

In response, Our Revolution is circulating a national grassroots petition calling on Senate Democrats to hold the line and use their leverage to force accountability at the highest levels.

Joseph Geevarghese, Executive Director of Our Revolution, said, “The American people are tired of a system where the powerful operate under a different set of rules. This is a moment to draw a line. There should be no confirmation vote without a clear commitment to release the Epstein files, pursue prosecutions, and restore trust in the rule of law.”

As the Epstein case has come to symbolize a deeper crisis where the wealthy and well-connected operate under a different set of rules, the public demand for transparency and accountability continues to grow.

Our Revolution is calling on Senate Democrats to condition any confirmation vote on a clear commitment from the next Attorney General to:

• Release all Epstein-related files with only the most limited and necessary redactions
• Provide full disclosure of what the federal government knows
• Initiate credible investigations and prosecutions of the Epstein network and any co-conspirators
• Secure commitments that the next Attorney General nominee upholds the rule of law without targeting political opponents or shielding elites

Even in the minority, Senate Democrats have tools to exert pressure—by withholding votes, slowing proceedings, and setting clear conditions. That leverage must be used.

To request an interview with Mr. Geevarghese, please contact: media@ourrevolution.com