Attorney General Pam Bondi announced Saturday that the Justice Department has released what she described as all Epstein-related files required under the Epstein Files Transparency Act.
In a letter addressed to senior members of the Senate and House Judiciary Committees, Bondi said the department complied with Section 3 of the law by releasing records tied to nine specific categories outlined in the legislation. The letter was sent to both Republican and Democratic leaders of the committees.
According to the letter, the materials include records, documents, communications, and investigative files in the department’s possession that relate to Jeffrey Epstein and his longtime associate Ghislaine Maxwell.
More Than 300 Public Figures Named
The release includes a list of more than 300 high-profile names. Among those listed are President Donald Trump, former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama, Prince Harry, Bill Gates, Woody Allen, Kurt Cobain, Mark Zuckerberg, and Bruce Springsteen.
The letter explains that the names were included if the individual is or was a government official or politically exposed person and appeared at least once in the released files.
Officials noted that the names appear in a wide range of contexts. Some individuals reportedly had direct email contact with Epstein or Maxwell. Others were mentioned in documents such as press reports or materials that were not directly tied to the criminal cases.
Scope Of The Released Materials
The Justice Department said the release covers a broad set of documents connected to Epstein’s activities. These include records related to investigations, civil settlements, plea agreements, immunity deals, and other legal resolutions.
The materials also reference organizations and networks allegedly linked to Epstein’s financial and trafficking operations across corporate, nonprofit, academic, and government sectors.
In addition, the release includes internal Justice Department communications, such as emails, memos, and meeting notes, reflecting decisions about investigations and charging considerations.
Records connected to Epstein’s detention and subsequent death are also part of the release. These documents include incident reports, witness interviews, and medical examiner findings.
Redactions And Review Process
Bondi stated that no records were withheld or edited due to embarrassment, reputational harm, or political sensitivity, including for any government official or public figure.
However, certain information was redacted for law enforcement and privacy reasons. The department said it conducted an extensive review process, including consulting with victims and their legal representatives. Portions that could identify victims or interfere with ongoing investigations were removed.
The letter also acknowledged that, given the volume of documents and the speed required by the law, any omissions from the list of names would be unintentional. Individuals whose names were redacted for law enforcement reasons were not included in the public list.
The release marks one of the most comprehensive disclosures related to the Epstein case, a matter that has drawn widespread public interest for years.