A fresh batch of about three million documents linked to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has been released in the United States, shedding new light on his network, communications and the federal investigations into his crimes.
The documents were made public following legislation passed by US lawmakers in November mandating the disclosure of all Epstein-related records.
Here are 10 major findings highlighted so far:
1. Epstein’s lawyers discussed cooperation before his death
Documents show Epstein’s attorneys met with Manhattan federal prosecutors on July 29, 2019, and raised the possibility of a case resolution and potential cooperation, though no clear proposal was made.
2. FBI received allegations involving Donald Trump
One summary document lists more than a dozen tips allegedly involving Trump and Epstein. However, the file contains unverified claims with no supporting evidence, and the White House has dismissed the allegations as false.
3. Elon Musk’s ties to Epstein appeared broader than known
Emails show Musk and Epstein exchanged friendly messages and made plans in 2012 and 2013 for Musk to visit Epstein’s private island, though the trips reportedly did not happen.
4. Howard Lutnick planned to visit Epstein’s island
The files indicate US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick arranged to visit Epstein’s island in 2012, despite previously saying he cut ties with Epstein years earlier. His office said he had limited contact and was never accused of wrongdoing.
5. Epstein was invited to Buckingham Palace
Emails suggest Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, then Duke of York, invited Epstein to dinner at Buckingham Palace in 2010. It remains unclear if the meeting took place, though they were later photographed together in New York.
6. Richard Branson exchanged emails with Epstein
A 2013 email shows Branson telling Epstein he could visit again “as long as you bring your harem.” Virgin Group said the interaction occurred during a group business meeting and Branson supports justice for victims.
7. Emails surfaced between Casey Wasserman and Ghislaine Maxwell
Messages from 2003 show flirtatious exchanges between Casey Wasserman, head of the LA Olympics committee, and Maxwell, who is serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking. Wasserman said he regrets the correspondence.
8. New York Giants co-owner Steve Tisch appeared repeatedly
Tisch was referenced hundreds of times, with emails suggesting Epstein introduced him to women. Tisch admitted exchanging emails about adult women but said he never visited Epstein’s island.
9. New details emerged about Epstein and Peter Mandelson
Bank records appear to show payments linked to UK politician Peter Mandelson, who said he has no recollection of receiving the funds and questioned the authenticity of the documents.
10. Brett Ratner appeared in a photo with Epstein
A newly released image shows filmmaker Brett Ratner sitting with Epstein and two women in what is believed to be Epstein’s New York townhouse. Ratner’s representative declined to comment.
The document release is still being reviewed by journalists, with more findings expected as analysis continues.
