Growing public interest in the “Jeffrey Epstein files” has brought several political figures back into the spotlight. Among them is Rep. Stacey Plaskett, the non-voting congressional delegate from the U.S. Virgin Islands, who is now facing new questions about her past interactions with Epstein and his associates.
Recent reporting highlights previously undisclosed details about Plaskett’s political donations and communications involving Epstein, raising concerns among critics and prompting calls for congressional action.
Files Reveal Donations and Communications
According to information reported by the New York Post, Plaskett recently described Epstein as simply a “constituent.” However, documents released from Epstein’s estate suggest a deeper level of involvement, including instances where Epstein allegedly provided her with suggested questions during a 2019 congressional hearing.
Court records released in a separate New York case involving JPMorgan Chase also show that Epstein and individuals connected to him contributed at least $30,000 to Plaskett’s campaigns across three election cycles.
New Epstein files show Rep. @StaceyPlaskett got real-time help via text messages from Jeffrey Epstein on how to hurt Trump during 2019 congressional hearing with former Trump attorney. Plaskett is the person who smeared us during Twitter Files hearing & falsely accused @mtaibbi pic.twitter.com/U0mzrfNuTC
— Michael Shellenberger (@shellenberger) November 15, 2025
One document cited in the filings describes a June 2014 message written to Epstein by Cecile de Jongh, then the first lady of the U.S. Virgin Islands and manager of Epstein’s USVI companies. The message urged Epstein to support Plaskett’s congressional run and suggested that having her in office would be advantageous.
STACEY PLASKETT: “I got a text from Jeffrey Epstein, who at the time was my constituent. It was not public knowledge at that time that he was under federal investigation."
— Greg Price (@greg_price11) November 18, 2025
It was, however, a full 11 years after he was first arrested for child sex crimes. pic.twitter.com/WcUZ1BPR4g
Donations Spanning Several Years
Between 2014 and 2020, Plaskett reportedly received campaign donations not only from Epstein himself but also from three individuals long associated with him:
- Lesley Groff
- Darren Indyke (attorney)
- Richard Kahn (accountant)
These contributions are part of what critics say shows a pattern of political influence that was not fully disclosed at the time.
Stacey Plaskett says she was texting with Epstein in a 2019 congressional hearing because he was just a constituent with concerns.
— RNC Research (@RNCResearch) November 19, 2025
PLASKETT: "But like many constituents… they text you about issues."
CNN: "You initiated the text exchange… he was a known sex offender." pic.twitter.com/qX072n5USH
Epstein’s Alleged Involvement in 2019 Congressional Hearing
The newly released documents also indicate that Epstein communicated with Plaskett during a February 2019 House Oversight Committee hearing involving Michael Cohen, former attorney for Donald Trump. According to these files, Epstein provided her with suggested lines of questioning aimed at undermining Trump’s credibility.
These revelations have intensified scrutiny around Plaskett’s past interactions with Epstein, particularly in light of her role in high-visibility hearings and investigations.
🚨 BREAKING: In a BRUTAL moment, Stacey Plaskett (D) digs her hole EVEN DEEPER on her ties to Epstein!
— Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) November 19, 2025
PLASKETT: I believed Epstein had information. I was gonna get that information to seek truth
CNN: At the time, he was a KNOWN s*x offender…
PLASKETT: A lot of people have… pic.twitter.com/zJJ3YO8v7L
Censure Effort Narrowly Fails in the House
Following the public release of the documents, Rep. Ralph Norman (R-S.C.) introduced a resolution seeking to censure Plaskett. The measure, however, failed by a narrow vote of 209–214, with three Republicans siding with Democrats to block it. The outcome led to speculation about internal negotiations and disagreements behind the scenes.
Plaskett has maintained that her interactions with Epstein were minimal and appropriate for a representative from the U.S. Virgin Islands. Her office has also emphasized that she has not been accused of any crime.
Growing Public Interest and Political Fallout
As more details from the Epstein files continue to surface, the political implications remain significant. Lawmakers and the public are pushing for transparency, and questions continue to mount about how deeply Epstein’s network may have been embedded in political circles.
For now, the situation remains fluid, and additional disclosures may further shape the conversation surrounding campaign finance, political influence, and accountability in Washington.
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