Kamlager-Dove Announces Jena-Lisa Jones as State of the Union Guest

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove (CA-37) announced Jena-Lisa Jones, who is a survivor of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse, as her State of the Union guest. She has transformed her pain and trauma into advocacy, campaigning for the full release of the Epstein files, demanding accountability for those responsible, and fighting to provide justice and support for survivors.

“Jena-Lisa Jones is a hero. The fact that she has not only come forward, but continues to speak out and relive her trauma every day to advocate for survivors of sexual assault, is courage. And it's courage that the president does not have,” said Rep. Kamlager-Dove. “I’m deeply grateful that when Trump delivers his address tomorrow night, he will face Jena-Lisa and her fellow survivors and be reminded that his administration continues to fail not only them, but survivors everywhere. I will keep fighting alongside Jena-Lisa to ensure the full Epstein files are released in a way that centers survivors and that delivers real accountability—not just transparency without justice.”

“As a survivor of the abuse and exploitation connected to Jeffrey Epstein, this invitation means far more to me than simply attending a historic address. It represents recognition — that survivors’ voices matter, that our experiences are not invisible, and that our resilience deserves to be seen and acknowledged in the very spaces where our nation’s future is shaped,” said Jena-Lisa Jones. “Moments like this remind us that we are not alone, that our stories have meaning, and that there are leaders who are willing to stand with us. I am thankful to Rep. Kamager-Dove for extending this opportunity to me and for helping ensure that survivors are seen, heard, and remembered.”

Rep. Kamlager-Dove will not attend the State of the Union; Jena-Lisa Jones will attend in her place. Instead, the congresswoman will speak at the People’s State of the Union organized by MoveOn.

# # #