In a significant development within the ongoing congressional investigation into Jeffrey Epstein’s criminal network, the financier’s longtime personal attorney Darren Indyke testified before the House Oversight Committee on Thursday, asserting complete unawareness of his client’s extensive sexual abuse operations.
Appearing behind closed doors, Indyke—who managed Epstein’s legal affairs and estate—stated in prepared remarks that he possessed ‘no knowledge whatsoever’ of the illegal activities perpetrated by his notorious client. The attorney emphasized his strictly professional relationship with Epstein, noting they did not socialize and that ‘not a single woman has ever accused me of committing sexual abuse or witnessing sexual abuse.’
Committee Chairman James Comer (R-KY) informed reporters that Indyke cooperated fully during the questioning session. In his testimony, Indyke recounted his professional history with Epstein dating to 1996 and described his client’s demeanor following his 2008 guilty plea for soliciting a minor for prostitution. ‘He appeared to be devastated and extremely contrite,’ Indyke stated, adding that Epstein had maintained he was unaware of any underage involvement. ‘I believed him, and I made the mistake of believing Mr. Epstein that he would not again commit a crime.’
The testimony drew sharp criticism from victims’ legal representatives. James Marsh, an attorney for several Epstein survivors, characterized Indyke’s claimed ignorance as ‘deeply troubling,’ noting the attorney’s extensive involvement with Epstein’s affairs. ‘His testimony only underscores how much still remains hidden about the vast network of enablers that allowed these crimes to persist for decades,’ Marsh asserted. ‘Survivors—and the American people—deserve the full undistorted truth about who knew what.’
The hearing occurred amid heightened political tensions within the committee. Democrats staged a walkout during a separate briefing with US Attorney General Pam Bondi regarding the Justice Department’s handling of Epstein-related documents. Ranking Democrat Robert Garcia stated Bondi had ‘refused’ to commit to complying with a subpoena issued by Chairman Comer, while Republican member Tim Burchett dismissed the walkout as ‘staged’ political theater.
The Oversight Committee continues its comprehensive investigation into institutional responses to Epstein’s crimes, having previously interviewed numerous high-profile witnesses including former President Bill Clinton as part of its examination into how allegations against the financier were addressed by government entities.