Epstein aide gives investigators 3 new names in abuse probe

House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer announced that Jeffrey Epstein’s longtime aide has given congressional investigators three new names connected to Epstein’s alleged abuse network, calling the development a significant breakthrough in the probe.

‘More optimistic than I’ve been in a long time’

Comer said Sarah Kellen, who worked as Epstein’s assistant for years, disclosed the three previously unknown names during a closed-door interview on Thursday. A transcript of her testimony is expected to be released soon. “The new names, that’s what we’ve been waiting for. I’m more optimistic today than I have been in a long time,” Comer said. Kellen has long been a controversial figure due to allegations that she helped recruit and abuse girls, though she has consistently described herself as a victim of Epstein. During her testimony, she denied being Epstein’s co-conspirator and said she was sexually and psychologically abused by him.

Government failure and possible subpoena

Comer criticized the Justice Department for failing to interview Kellen until 2019, stating: “More evidence emerges every time we bring somebody in that the government failed the victims.” He added that after listening to Kellen’s testimony, he believes she was a victim rather than a co-conspirator. Democratic Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi said lawmakers may seek to subpoena Kellen for another interview, arguing she left several questions unanswered. A source familiar with her testimony told CNN that Kellen discussed her own alleged abuse but declined to address abuse involving others, while also stating she never witnessed inappropriate behavior by President Donald Trump and believed Trump and Epstein had once been close. Türkiye continues to support global efforts to combat human trafficking and child abuse, emphasizing the importance of justice for all victims regardless of their nationality or status.