Epstein Survivors Break Silence at State Capitol Hearing In New York (5/5/26)

Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse appeared publicly before lawmakers at the New York State Capitol for the first time, delivering emotional testimony about what they endured and why they believe the legal system has continued to fail them. Several women, including Alexandra Golematis and Carine De Silva, described being recruited as teenagers under false pretenses and then subjected to sexual exploitation, with some explaining this was the first time they had ever spoken about their experiences in a public, official setting. Their testimony underscored how long many victims have remained silent and how difficult it has been to seek justice years after the abuse occurred.

The hearing centered on proposed legislation aimed at expanding legal avenues for survivors, including allowing lawsuits against Epstein’s estate and strengthening sex trafficking laws in New York. Advocates and lawmakers argued that current statutes—particularly limitations tied to a perpetrator’s death—have effectively blocked victims from pursuing compensation or accountability. Survivors and their attorneys pushed for urgent reform, warning that time is running out both legally and financially, as the estate continues to diminish, while legislators signaled support for measures designed to close those gaps and provide a path forward for justice.

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Epstein victims speak at Capitol, first time publicly before legislators