U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal used her social media platform on February 24, 2026, to call for transparency regarding the Jeffrey Epstein case and announced her boycott of President Trump’s State of the Union address.
In a post made at 16:44 UTC, Jayapal stated, “Princes, ambassadors, and CEOs from around the world are being held accountable for their involvement in Epstein’s horrific sex trafficking ring. NO ONE is above the law — not even the President.
This cover-up needs to end. RELEASE ALL THE FILES. NOW.” She urged for the release of all files related to the case and emphasized that accountability should extend to everyone involved.
Later that day at 17:40 UTC, Jayapal wrote, “I am boycotting Trump’s State of the Union tonight.
Instead, I’ve invited an Epstein survivor and constituent to attend, and I will be speaking at the People’s State of the Union.” Her statement outlined her decision not to attend the official event and instead support survivors by participating in an alternative gathering.
At 18:08 UTC on State of the Union day, Jayapal posted a further message reiterating her stance: “It’s State of the Union day.
Today and every day — stand with survivors. Release the files.”
Pramila Jayapal has represented Washington’s 7th district in Congress since 2017 after serving in the Washington State Senate from 2014 to 2016. Born in Chennai in 1965 and currently residing in Seattle, she holds degrees from Georgetown University (1986) and Northwestern University (1990).
Her recent statements reflect ongoing public interest surrounding accountability in high-profile criminal cases involving Jeffrey Epstein—a financier whose connections spanned global business and political circles—and continued calls from lawmakers for full disclosure of related documents.
