Rep. Khanna: Epstein Attorney Likely Lied to Congress

Khanna Alleges Epstein Lawyer Perjured Himself to House Committee

Congressman Ro Khanna stated on Tuesday that Darren Indyke, former attorney for Jeffrey Epstein, “very likely” perjured himself during testimony before the House Oversight Committee. Khanna’s strong accusation comes after Indyke’s opening statement to the committee, where he claimed no knowledge of Epstein’s alleged wrongdoings.

The Birthday Book and the Path to Testimony

The investigation gained momentum last year when attorney Bradley Edwards, representing many Epstein survivors, appeared on a program and highlighted the existence of a “birthday book.” This book, a gift from Ghislaine Maxwell to Epstein on his 50th birthday, became a crucial piece of evidence. Edwards noted that the book was likely held by Epstein’s estate, managed by co-executors Darren Indyke and accountant Richard Kahn. He suggested that a simple request could yield the book.

Following this suggestion, Congressman Khanna brought the idea of issuing a subpoena for the book to the House Oversight Committee. This action directly led to the committee obtaining the birthday book. The book notably contained a birthday note from Donald Trump to Epstein, complete with a drawing of a naked woman and the message, “May every day be another wonderful secret.”

Indyke’s Statement and Survivor Claims

In his public statement to the committee, Darren Indyke declared, “Let me be clear, I had no knowledge whatsoever of Jeffrey Epstein’s wrongdoings.” He also detailed his role as a co-executor of Epstein’s estate, stating that $169 million in claims have been awarded to 195 women. Indyke anticipates authorizing over $200 million in total for women who claim abuse or trafficking by Epstein.

Indyke further asserted that no woman had ever accused him of abuse or witnessing it. He also claimed that no one reported Epstein’s alleged abuse to him. Indyke insisted that if he had known about Epstein’s actions, he would have immediately resigned and cut all ties.

Khanna Questions Indyke’s Credibility

Congressman Khanna expressed strong doubts about Indyke’s claims of ignorance. He pointed to numerous accounts from women who described Indyke’s direct assistance. These included helping women secure apartments and navigate immigration issues. Some reports even suggest Indyke advised women against speaking to the police during Epstein’s earlier investigations.

“It’s just not credible to claim that you had no knowledge of what was happening,” Khanna stated. He highlighted that Indyke’s assertion of not knowing about Epstein’s activities for decades is “not plausible.” Khanna also questioned Indyke’s explanation for withdrawing cash in $7,500 increments, suggesting it was an attempt to obscure the money’s use, potentially to pay Epstein’s alleged victims.

The Role of Private Investigators and Encrypted Messages

During his testimony, Indyke provided some information that Khanna found significant. He mentioned the existence of private investigators who handled encrypted messages used by Epstein. This revelation has prompted the committee to pursue obtaining Epstein’s hard drives, believing they could contain crucial information.

Khanna also found it implausible that Indyke, who worked for Epstein since 1996, believed Epstein was remorseful and would not re-offend after pleading guilty to soliciting prostitution from a minor. “The idea that he was withdrawing money and paying these women who were allegedly girls just shows that he knew what was going on,” Khanna argued. He added that Indyke being with Epstein for decades further suggests his awareness.

Concerns Over a “Two-Tiered” Justice System

Khanna expressed surprise that Indyke did not invoke his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination, suggesting Indyke is in serious trouble. What particularly troubles the American public, according to Khanna, is the perceived cover-up and lack of truthful accounts regarding involvement in the Epstein case.

He questioned why only the Oversight Committee was investigating Indyke, asking why there wasn’t a broader investigation. “That is really the two tiers of justice that we have in this country,” Khanna remarked, expressing frustration over what he sees as unequal application of the law.

Looking Ahead

The House Oversight Committee’s investigation into the Epstein estate and its associates continues. Congressman Khanna’s allegations of perjury against Darren Indyke signal a potential escalation in the scrutiny of those involved with Jeffrey Epstein. The pursuit of Epstein’s encrypted data and further testimony will be critical in uncovering the full extent of the network and any potential cover-ups.

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