Exclusive: Epstein survivors say his former assistant Lesley Groff lied to Congress about key details
Exclusive: Epstein Survivors Challenge Lesley Groff’s Congressional Claims
Exclusive investigation reveals that Jeffrey Epstein’s longtime assistant Lesley Groff provided misleading testimony before Congress regarding her knowledge of the victims. According to multiple survivors, Groff falsely claimed she never met the massage girls and was unaware of their ages during her years working alongside the disgraced financier. The exclusive findings come as the House Oversight Committee continues reviewing her lengthy transcribed interview from June 9.
Survivors Present Contradictory Evidence
Lesley Groff, who served as a dedicated assistant to Epstein for eighteen years, recently addressed members of Congress. During her appearance last month, she asserted that she had no prior encounters with the young women who were allegedly abused. However, several survivors directly contradict this assertion, stating they personally interacted with Groff and even discussed their ages with her. Marina Lacerda, who first met Epstein in 2002 at age fourteen, is among those challenging Groff’s version of events.
“We have so many people coming in and lying and saying they don’t know, they don’t remember,” Lacerda stated. “Can we just have one person at least come in and take accountability and bring in full transparency?”
Other survivors mentioned include Sharlene Rochard, a model based in New York City, and Lara Blume McGee, who experienced abuse between 2001 and 2003. Lisa Phillips also came forward, noting she was in her early twenties when she first encountered Epstein. Two additional survivors chose to remain anonymous while sharing their accounts. These women collectively dispute Groff’s claim that she was completely disconnected from the activities occurring within Epstein’s inner circle.
Legal Implications and Political Response
The exclusive revelations have prompted calls for further investigation into potential criminal liability. Groff was previously listed as a potential co-conspirator in the 2008 non-prosecution agreement but was never formally charged. Lying to Congress constitutes a federal crime, and several lawmakers are now demanding accountability. Sara Guerrero, communications director for Representative Robert Garcia, emphasized the seriousness of the situation.
“Lesley Groff knew what was happening in Epstein’s inner circle, which is why Chairman Comer should have required her to testify under oath,” Guerrero explained. “Lying to Congress is a crime, and anyone who does it should be held accountable, full stop.”
During her testimony, Groff described herself as someone who worked for “Dr. Jekyll” but was never permitted to witness the true “Mr. Hyde.” She specifically stated that to her knowledge, she never met any of the masseuses involved in the abuse cases. The committee is currently cross-referencing her statements against available evidence to determine accuracy. While Ghislaine Maxwell remains the only individual prosecuted in the United States for her role in the Epstein scandal, these exclusive findings suggest other key figures may warrant closer scrutiny. Some survivors acknowledge that corroboration can be difficult due to the passage of more than twenty years and the absence of smartphones during that era. Nevertheless, they remain committed to seeking justice through proper channels and ensuring that all parties involved face appropriate consequences for their actions.
