On December 24, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice announced the discovery of more than one million additional documents potentially related to Jeffrey Epstein’s sex-trafficking case. In a statement posted on X, the DOJ revealed that the FBI and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York had uncovered this massive trove, necessitating further review before public release.
The disclosure extends the timeline for full transparency under the Epstein Files Transparency Act, signed by President Donald Trump on November 19, 2025. The law mandated complete publication of all unclassified Epstein-related materials by December 19, with minimal redactions primarily to protect victims. Initial batches released starting that date included thousands of pages—photos, flight logs, emails, and memos—featuring prominent figures like Trump, former President Bill Clinton, and Prince Andrew. However, heavy redactions and partial releases sparked accusations of non-compliance.
DOJ officials stated that lawyers are “working around the clock” to redact sensitive victim information, estimating the process could take “a few more weeks” due to the volume. The department emphasized commitment to complying with the law and President Trump’s directive for openness.
The announcement intensified bipartisan criticism. Reps. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) and Thomas Massie (R-Ky.), co-sponsors of the act, renewed threats of contempt proceedings against Attorney General Pam Bondi. A group of 12 senators, including Republican Lisa Murkowski, called for an independent audit of the DOJ’s handling, arguing survivors deserve unredacted accountability to identify enablers.
Victims’ advocates decried delays as protecting elites, while prior releases exposed extensive networks without new indictments beyond Ghislaine Maxwell. As processing continues, demands grow for unfiltered truth in a case emblematic of power and impunity.
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