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Exclusive: Congress discussing affidavits from Epstein survivors about Lesley Groff as survivors told CNN she lied
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 15, 2026
· 4 min read
By MJ Lee, Annie Grayer, Nicky Robertson, CNN
(CNN) — The House Oversight Committee has discussed with Jeffrey Epstein survivors the possibility of the women providing affidavits about longtime Epstein assistant Lesley Groff – coming on the heels of multiple survivors telling CNN that Groff had...
Key takeaway One Epstein survivor and two family members of another victim also told CNN that they were asked by the committee to comb through the transcript of Groff’s interview with the panel and alert the committee to anything that looks problematic.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The House Oversight Committee's discussion with Epstein survivors about potentially providing affidavits regarding Lesley Groff's testimony has significant implications for the El Paso community, where many residents have been following the Epstein case with great interest. As the committee considers holding Groff accountable for potentially lying to Congress, El Pasoans may be wondering how this case will impact the broader conversation about accountability and justice for survivors of abuse. The fact that Groff worked for Epstein for nearly two decades, managing his day-to-day schedule, raises questions about the extent to which those in positions of power can be held responsible for enabling or covering up crimes. For El Paso residents, this case serves as a reminder that the pursuit of justice can be a long and complex process, and that local voices and advocacy can play a crucial role in supporting survivors and pushing for accountability.
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Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? By MJ Lee, Annie Grayer, Nicky Robertson, CNN
(CNN) — The House Oversight Committee has discussed with Jeffrey Epstein survivors the possibility of the women providing affidavits about longtime Epstein assistant Lesley Groff – coming on the heels of multiple survivors telling CNN that Groff had...
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