The Breakfast Club INTERVIEW: Rep. Ro Khanna Talks Epstein Files, War Powers Resolution, Iran, Plans For Higher Office + More
Mar 4, 2026
Ro Khanna, U.S. Representative known for tech policy and economic populism, discusses pressing national issues. He explains efforts to force release of Epstein files and building an unusual bipartisan alliance. He breaks down a War Powers Resolution on Iran, warns of wider Middle East risks, and outlines his vision on taxes, money in politics, and possible higher office.
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Elites Connect Epstein Files Billionaire Power And Wars
- Ro Khanna frames fighting elites as interlinked: the Epstein class, billionaire tax opposition, and war-making are all manifestations of an entrenched establishment.
- He argues coalition-building across ideological lines (e.g., with Thomas Massie, Marjorie Taylor Greene) forced legislative wins like releasing Epstein files.
Why Congress Had To Force Release Of Epstein Files
- Khanna recounts how DOJ policy prevented releasing FBI files and why Congress had to pass a law to compel disclosure.
- He describes survivors pleading with Trump and bipartisan survivor support that pushed the effort forward.
Unreleased FBI Statements Likely Contain Named Accusations
- Khanna warns the unreleased half of the Epstein files contains survivors' FBI statements that name names and could trigger investigations.
- He emphasizes major redactions hide alleged identities, producing mutual exposure across elites.