US authorities have uncovered over a million additional documents linked to the late Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender. The US Attorney for the Southern District of New York and the FBI have handed over these findings to the Department of Justice (DoJ) for review, causing a delay in meeting the recent deadline for document release set by Congress.
The DoJ stated on social media that their legal team is diligently working on redacting the necessary information to protect victims before releasing the documents. Due to the extensive volume of material, the process is expected to take a few more weeks, as they aim to comply with federal regulations and President Trump’s directive.
The origin and timing of the newly discovered documents were not disclosed in the statement. The revelation followed a request from a group of senators, urging the Justice Department’s watchdog to investigate the delay in document disclosure to ensure transparency and peace of mind for victims.
This development comes after the recent release of thousands of documents related to Epstein’s case, following the enactment of the Epstein Files Transparency Act. The released files, some heavily redacted, included information on potential co-conspirators. However, a law prohibits redacting names or details that may cause reputational harm.
Republican representative Thomas Massie accused the DoJ of illegal redactions and missing the deadline. The White House defended the handling of the records, citing the efforts of Attorney General Bondi and her team in implementing the President’s agenda.
Newly disclosed records feature grand jury testimonies, FBI interviews with individuals alleging involvement in Epstein’s illicit activities, and communications indicating President Trump’s prior association with Epstein. Additionally, emails suggest connections between Epstein’s associate Maxwell and Britain’s Prince Andrew, who denies any wrongdoing in relation to Epstein.