The Justice Department has unveiled a trove of new records related to the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, shedding light on the late financier’s disturbing activities and connections with powerful figures. The release includes over 3 million pages of documents, 2,000 videos, and 180,000 images, as part of the ongoing efforts to bring transparency to Epstein’s dark legacy. The files, made public under the Epstein Files Transparency Act, reveal insights into his sexual abuse of young girls and his association with Ghislaine Maxwell.
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche emphasized the significance of the disclosure, marking the culmination of a thorough review process to uphold transparency and comply with the law. Despite the immense volume of documents, the Department of Justice has diligently redacted sensitive information to protect the identities of victims and preserve the integrity of ongoing investigations.
The recent release follows an earlier disclosure just before Christmas, which included flight logs featuring Donald Trump and photographs of Bill Clinton in connection with Epstein. Both political figures have denied any misconduct in relation to Epstein’s crimes. The records also featured transcripts of FBI agents’ grand jury testimonies, detailing disturbing accounts from girls and young women who were exploited by Epstein.
While Epstein’s death in 2019 prevented further legal actions against him, Ghislaine Maxwell was convicted in 2021 for her role in facilitating his sex trafficking operation. Despite Maxwell’s conviction, no other individuals have been charged in connection with Epstein’s heinous acts. The scandal has implicated various prominent figures, including Prince Andrew, who faced allegations from Virginia Roberts Giuffre but settled the lawsuit without admitting guilt.