Millions of new files relating to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein have been released by the US Department of Justice, the largest number of documents shared by the government since a law mandated their release last year.
Three million pages, 180,000 images and 2,000 videos were posted publicly, as Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche emphasized the importance of transparency to the American public. This release marks the end of a comprehensive document review process to comply with legal mandates.
The files detail Epstein's time in prison, including a psychological report and investigative records about Ghislaine Maxwell, his associate convicted for trafficking underage girls. They also reveal communications with high-profile individuals, including emails with someone identified as The Duke about private meetings and financial correspondence with notable figures like Lord Peter Mandelson.
President Donald Trump is mentioned numerous times in the documents, which include allegations collected via the FBI's tip line, although many appear to be unverified claims without supporting evidence. The files even include lurid allegations against billionaire Bill Gates, which his representative has dismissed as absurd.
Despite the release, questions remain on whether all files have been disclosed, as significant numbers of documents are reportedly still withheld. Lawmakers are advocating for further transparency, pushing to review the documents that have yet to be released.
