hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Sanctions foreign persons linked to Epstein trafficking.
Rep. Wasserman Schultz (D-FL)
Referred to committees; no vote scheduled.
This bill would require the President to identify and sanction foreign individuals who knowingly engaged in or profited from Epstein's sex trafficking. It blocks their U.S. assets and denies visas. Sponsor Wasserman Schultz is a senior House Democrat. The bill is in both Foreign Affairs and Judiciary committees.
Introduced Mar 5, 2026
This bill is under review by a committee. The committee holds hearings, gathers testimony from experts and stakeholders, and may propose amendments. If the committee votes to advance it, the bill moves to the full chamber for debate and a vote.
The bill targets foreign persons, not U.S. citizens. Those sanctioned cannot enter the U.S. and their assets here are frozen. The President must report new names each year for five years. Waivers are possible for national security or international agreements, so not every enforcer will be hit.
Supporters Say
Supporters say it holds foreign enablers of Epstein's crimes accountable and deters future trafficking.
Critics Say
Critics argue it gives the President too much discretion over who is sanctioned and could be used for political purposes.
Supporters, mainly Democrats, emphasize justice for victims. Critics worry the broad definition of 'knowingly' (including 'should have known') could catch innocent people. Some also question the reliance on 'credible information' from NGOs, which might be unreliable.