New York Times February 16, 2026

Rep. Khanna: Epstein's Network Knew 'Enough to Know Better'

Key Takeaways

▶ Rep. Ro Khanna said members of Epstein's network "knew enough to know better" in a New York Times opinion piece.
▶ Khanna's comments addressed moral responsibility among elites who maintained ties with Epstein after his 2008 conviction.
▶ The California Democrat joins lawmakers from both parties demanding fuller disclosure of Epstein's contacts and activities.

Rep. Ro Khanna wrote that members of Jeffrey Epstein’s network “knew enough to know better” in a New York Times opinion piece published Saturday.¹

“Epstein’s network may not have known everything, but it is hard to deny that many of them knew enough to know better,” the California Democrat wrote.¹

Khanna’s piece addresses individuals who maintained contact with Epstein after his 2008 conviction for soliciting a minor.

Congressional Pressure on DOJ

The remarks add to calls from lawmakers across party lines for fuller disclosure of Epstein’s contacts and activities.

Khanna has publicly called for transparency after resignations followed the file releases.² Rep. Thomas Massie has said he lost confidence in Attorney General Pam Bondi over redactions, while Rep. Nancy Mace accused DOJ of withholding names.³

Since the Epstein Transparency Act took effect, at least six executives have resigned after being named in released documents, including figures at Goldman Sachs and Dubai Ports.⁴

Congress has subpoenaed billionaire Leslie Wexner and Peter Mandelson to testify about their contacts with Epstein.

DOJ Position on Full Release

Attorney General Pam Bondi has stated the DOJ released all files, while citing ongoing investigations and privacy concerns as reasons for continued redactions.