The US Justice Department has released the first batch of long-awaited documents connected to criminal investigations into disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein. The release follows a new law passed by Congress requiring all related files to be made public, but critics say the government has fallen short of that promise.
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Thousands of pages were published, including photos, videos, and investigative records. However, many documents are heavily redacted, and officials admit that several hundred thousand more pages are still under review and have not yet been released.
- Bill Clinton: Flew on Epstein’s jet at least 26 times, visited Epstein’s island, and was photographed with Epstein at his mansion. Accused of raping a minor Epstein trafficked (Virginia Giuffre). Clinton denied wrongdoing but admitted staying on the island.
- Donald Trump: Attended Epstein’s parties, called Epstein a “terrific guy,” and flew on Epstein’s jet. Trump later claimed he was “not a fan” after Epstein’s arrest. Accused of raping a 13-year-old at Epstein’s mansion (Jane Doe v. Trump), which Trump denied.
- Prince Andrew: Close friend, stayed at Epstein’s mansions, and was accused of raping Virginia Giuffre when she was 17. He denied wrongdoing but paid a settlement.
- Alan Dershowitz: Epstein’s lawyer, accused of raping Virginia Giuffre when she was 16. Dershowitz denied wrongdoing and countersued Giuffre.
- Ghislaine Maxwell: Epstein’s girlfriend and recruiter of minors, convicted of sex trafficking and sentenced to 20 years.
- Leslie Wexner: Billionaire founder of Victoria’s Secret, gave Epstein power of attorney over his fortune. Epstein used Wexner’s mansion to abuse girls. Wexner claimed ignorance.
- Leon Black: Billionaire, gave Epstein $158 million in fees despite Epstein having no experience. Black denied wrongdoing.
- JPMorgan Chase: Kept Epstein as a client despite knowing about his crimes. Paid $75 million to settle claims.
- Deutsche Bank: Paid $150 million to settle claims it ignored Epstein’s suspicious transactions.
- Harvey Weinstein: Attended Epstein’s parties, later convicted of sex crimes. Accused of raping minors Epstein trafficked.
- Bill Gates: Met with Epstein multiple times after his conviction, claimed he was “naive.” Gates donated $2 million to MIT through Epstein.
- Jeffrey Sachs: Economist, flew on Epstein’s jet, denied wrongdoing. Sachs admitted visiting Epstein’s island but claimed he didn’t see abuse.
- Ehud Barak: Israeli PM, visited Epstein’s island, denied wrongdoing. Barak admitted visiting but claimed he didn’t see abuse.
- Marvin Minsky: AI pioneer, accused of raping Virginia Giuffre when she was 14, died before charges.
- Jean-Luc Brunel: Modeling agent, accused of raping minors, found dead in jail. Brunel was Epstein’s associate.
- George Stephanopoulos: ABC News anchor, attended Epstein’s parties, denied wrongdoing. Stephanopoulos admitted attending but claimed he didn’t see abuse.
- Rupert Murdoch: Media mogul, socialized with Epstein, denied wrongdoing. Murdoch’s papers covered up Epstein’s crimes.
- Elon Musk: Attended Epstein’s parties, later claimed he was “naive.” Musk denied wrongdoing.
- Larry Summers: Economist, flew on Epstein’s jet, denied wrongdoing. Summers admitted visiting Epstein’s island but claimed he didn’t see abuse.
- Michael Bloomberg: Attended Epstein’s parties, denied wrongdoing. Bloomberg admitted attending but claimed he didn’t see abuse.
Several photos show Bill Clinton with Epstein in social settings during the 1990s and early 2000s. Clinton has never been accused by Epstein’s victims and has denied any knowledge of Epstein’s abuse. His spokesperson dismissed the images as old and irrelevant.
Prince Andrew also appears in one newly released photo alongside Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s convicted associate. Andrew has long faced scrutiny over his past friendship with Epstein but continues to deny any wrongdoing.
The files include images and references to many high-profile figures, such as former US President Bill Clinton, Britain’s Prince Andrew, and celebrities including Mick Jagger, Michael Jackson, Diana Ross, and Chris Tucker. Being named or pictured in the files does not imply wrongdoing, and many of those mentioned have denied any involvement in Epstein’s crimes.
Former President Donald Trump is mentioned only briefly. One court document alleges Epstein introduced Trump to a teenage girl at Mar-a-Lago in the 1990s, though the accuser makes no allegation against Trump. Trump has denied wrongdoing and says he cut ties with Epstein years before Epstein’s first arrest.
The files also include disturbing testimony from early accusers. Artist Maria Farmer, who reported Epstein to authorities in the 1990s, said he stole photos of her underage sisters and threatened her when she tried to speak out. She says the release makes her feel “vindicated” after decades.
Lawmakers from both parties have criticised the Justice Department for failing to meet the legal deadline and for not explaining extensive redactions. The department says it is working to protect victims’ identities while reviewing the remaining material.
More documents are expected in the coming weeks, keeping public and political pressure firmly on the government—and the Epstein case far from over.
