The U.S. Justice Department has announced its intent to release all its files concerning Jeffrey Epstein within a 30-day timeframe.
Attorney General Pam Bondi made this announcement on Wednesday, following a vote by both houses of Congress to disclose documents related to the criminal investigation of Epstein, the late sex offender.
The release aims to provide more insight into Epstein’s activities and connections prior to his 2008 conviction for soliciting a minor for prostitution.
Epstein, a wealthy financier, was known for his associations with prominent figures, including Bill Clinton, Donald Trump, and the former Prince Andrew.
The scandal has been a continuous challenge for Trump since his re-election, with some supporters suspecting his administration of covering up Epstein’s connections to influential individuals and possibly being involved in his death.
In 2019, Epstein died in jail while awaiting trial on federal sex trafficking charges, with his death ruled a suicide.
Despite a coroner’s report confirming this, conspiracy theories persist that Epstein was silenced to protect his high-profile contacts.
At a press conference on Wednesday, Bondi confirmed that the Justice Department plans to release its Epstein-related materials within 30 days, aligning with the legislation passed by the Republican-led House of Representatives and Senate on Tuesday.
This timeline suggests a release by December 19 at the latest.
“We will continue to follow the law and encourage maximum transparency,” Bondi stated.
Although the release is expected to be comprehensive, it may not fulfill all expectations, as significant portions are likely to be redacted.
To protect privacy, victim names will be removed, and any details related to ongoing investigations will be excluded to prevent biasing outcomes.
Last week, Trump initiated an investigation into several prominent Democrats alleged to have connections with Epstein. These names might be redacted to safeguard the investigation’s integrity.