Epstein survivors say abusers ‘remain hidden’ after latest files release
The Hindu
Epstein survivors claim their abusers remain shielded despite new document releases, while officials deny protecting high-profile figures like Trump.
Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein said their alleged abusers “remain hidden and protected” after the U.S. government released millions of new pages from files related to the convicted sex offender on Friday (January 30), adding fuel to the case that has dogged President Donald Trump.
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche said the White House played no role in the Justice Department’s review of the extensive files on Epstein, a former friend of Mr. Trump.
“They did not tell this department how to do our review, what to look for, what to redact, what to not redact,” Mr. Blanche told a news conference.
More than three million documents were released on Friday (January 30) that included mention of numerous powerful figures, including 79-year-old Trump, Elon Musk, Bill Gates and former prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.
The Justice Department said some of the documents contained “untrue and sensationalist claims” about Trump that were submitted to the FBI before the 2020 presidential election.
Mr. Blanche, formerly Mr. Trump’s personal lawyer, denied suggestions that embarrassing material about the president had been redacted from the newly released files, which included at least 180,000 images and 2,000 videos.
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