US lawmakers have finally unveiled over 3 million previously classified files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, shedding new light on his connections with powerful figures and wealthy donors. The newly released documents are expected to provide further insight into the financier's vast network of influential friends and associates.
According to FBI documents, as recently as days before his death in 2019, Epstein's lawyers were discussing potential cooperation with federal prosecutors. In one memo, the FBI noted that defense attorneys had expressed a willingness to work with prosecutors on a resolution for the case, although no specific details about what this might entail were discussed.
The files also reveal a web of connections between Epstein and other high-profile individuals, including Elon Musk and Richard Branson. While both men have denied any wrongdoing in connection with Epstein, they did exchange emails and even plan visits to his private island.
Other notable figures who appear in the documents include Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, Duke of York; Steve Tisch, co-owner of the New York Giants football team; Peter Mandelson, a former UK Labour Party leader; and Hollywood film-maker Brett Ratner. In some cases, Epstein was able to use his connections to facilitate introductions between himself and these individuals.
The documents also contain emails exchanged between Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein's former partner, and Casey Wasserman, the head of the Los Angeles Olympics committee. These exchanges suggest a close relationship between the two women, with Wasserman expressing admiration for Maxwell's looks and even offering her his massage services.
Meanwhile, bank records show that Epstein made payments to Mandelson's husband after his release from prison in 2009. Although Mandelson denies any knowledge of these payments, they are likely to raise further questions about his relationship with Epstein.
The latest batch of documents is the result of legislation passed by US lawmakers in November, which mandated the disclosure of all Epstein-related documents. As Guardian reporters continue to review the files, it remains to be seen what other secrets they may uncover about Epstein's life and death.
According to FBI documents, as recently as days before his death in 2019, Epstein's lawyers were discussing potential cooperation with federal prosecutors. In one memo, the FBI noted that defense attorneys had expressed a willingness to work with prosecutors on a resolution for the case, although no specific details about what this might entail were discussed.
The files also reveal a web of connections between Epstein and other high-profile individuals, including Elon Musk and Richard Branson. While both men have denied any wrongdoing in connection with Epstein, they did exchange emails and even plan visits to his private island.
Other notable figures who appear in the documents include Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, Duke of York; Steve Tisch, co-owner of the New York Giants football team; Peter Mandelson, a former UK Labour Party leader; and Hollywood film-maker Brett Ratner. In some cases, Epstein was able to use his connections to facilitate introductions between himself and these individuals.
The documents also contain emails exchanged between Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein's former partner, and Casey Wasserman, the head of the Los Angeles Olympics committee. These exchanges suggest a close relationship between the two women, with Wasserman expressing admiration for Maxwell's looks and even offering her his massage services.
Meanwhile, bank records show that Epstein made payments to Mandelson's husband after his release from prison in 2009. Although Mandelson denies any knowledge of these payments, they are likely to raise further questions about his relationship with Epstein.
The latest batch of documents is the result of legislation passed by US lawmakers in November, which mandated the disclosure of all Epstein-related documents. As Guardian reporters continue to review the files, it remains to be seen what other secrets they may uncover about Epstein's life and death.
i mean can you even imagine the connections he had?! elon musk and richard branson, duke of york... it's crazy how powerful people were willing to be friends with him despite everything he did 
but at the same time let's not forget ghislaine maxwell was like right there with him too 
i'm really hoping these docs lead to some more justice for the victims and their families 
...new docs on epstein are wild. so even musk & branson werent immune to his network 
. gotta wonder how many more "influential" ppl got caught up in his web of deceit 
. and this mandelson thing...if he knew about the payments, shouldnt heve said something? 
anyway, its good to see some accountability coming thru these docs 
. Like, how did Jeffrey Epstein manage to rub shoulders with the rich and powerful? It's like he had a magic connection that just made everyone forget about his sketchy past 
. And Elon Musk and Richard Branson, huh? I'm not buying it, though - those guys have too much reputation on the line to be involved in some shady dealings 
And then there's Mandelson - dude, he's got some 'splainin' to do if these payments are indeed legit 
what was going on between them? it's like they were all just one big happy group of wealthy and powerful people doing who knows what 
Epstein's case is still shattering lives, isn't it? I can only imagine how frustrating it must be to think that some of these powerful people might've been in the loop. It's like, you know, when you finally piece together a puzzle and it just gets even more confusing 
. I do hope these new files bring some closure, but at the same time, it's heartbreaking to see all these connections and secrets coming out... It's like, what did we really think was going on? 
. I'm sending you big hugs, friend 
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i mean, we already knew he was connected to some powerful people, but wow... like, Richard Branson and Elon Musk? That's just wild 
and what's up with Ghislaine Maxwell and Casey Wasserman? seems like they were super close 
it's definitely raising questions about who knew what and when about all the shady stuff Epstein was involved in 
and ghislaine maxwell's emails are giving me LIFE 
casey wasserman is lowkey creepy tho 
I'm sure there's more to come out, but it's hard to shake the feeling that we'll never really know the full extent of what was going on behind closed doors. 
It's like, we know that money can buy access, but can it also buy immunity from justice? 
. These documents might shed some light, but let's be real, there's still gonna be more digging to do. It's like, when will we ever learn? 
. And what's up with Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor? Was he aware of all this stuff while he was still a royal? These docs are like a whole different level of shady 
. Can't wait for more info on what else is coming out of these files 
these documents are gonna be super interesting to read through. gotta wonder what other secrets are hidden within
. Like, in this case, it turns out that some pretty big names were all connected to Epstein in one way or another 
. It makes you wonder what kind of power dynamics at play here, and whether anyone's really accountable for the harm caused by these individuals 
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