US Justice Department has released 3 lakh documents in Epstein sex scandal. These include photos of Bill Clinton, Michael Jackson and Prince Andrew. Many files are still hidden due to investigation.
Jeffrey Epstein Files Released: Epstein sex scandal has once again become the center of discussion all over the world. The US Department of Justice has made public about three lakh documents as part of the investigation related to Jeffrey Epstein. These files not only include thousands of pages of court documents and emails, but thousands of photographs have also emerged in which many big and powerful personalities of the world are seen. These revelations have created a stir in American politics, Hollywood and even the British monarchy. However, it is not clear how big the impact of these documents will be, but it is certain that the Epstein case has come alive once again.
Why were the Epstein files released suddenly?
Actually, US President Donald Trump had signed a law on November 18. Under this law, it was ordered that all documents related to Jeffrey Epstein be made public within 30 days. This deadline was met on 19 December and after this the files started being released late on Friday night at around 2.30 am Indian time. First four sets of these documents were released and a few hours later the fifth set was also made public.
What is there in these 3 lakh documents?
According to the Justice Department, the files that have been released include-
- Thousands of pages of court documents.
- Emails and private notes.
- Flight Records.
- Statements of witnesses.
- About 95,000 photos and videos.
- Total data approximately more than 2.5 GB.
However, in many photographs it is not clear where and when they were taken.
Pictures of which celebrities have been revealed?
The names and photographs that have made the most headlines in the Epstein files include-
- Former US President Bill Clinton
- US President Donald Trump
- pop star michael jackson
- Britain’s Prince Andrew and his wife Sarah Ferguson
- TV host Oprah Winfrey
- Hollywood actors Kevin Spacey and Chris Tucker
- Billionaire businessman Richard Branson
In some pictures, Bill Clinton is seen bathing and partying in the pool with girls, which has created the most controversy.
Do these pictures prove any crime?
This is the biggest question. The Justice Department has made it clear that photographs do not necessarily have to be direct evidence of a crime. Many photos have already surfaced. Therefore, it is difficult to say at the moment who will face legal action from these files.
Who was Jeffrey Epstein and what were the allegations against him?
- Jeffrey Epstein was an American financier.
- He was a school teacher in the 70s.
- Started managing money of billionaires in the 80s.
- In the 90s, he himself started being counted among the rich of America.
- But in 2005, he was accused of serious allegations of sexual exploitation of minor girls.
- He was convicted in 2008 and sentenced to 18 months, but continued his activities after being released from prison.
Why are there still questions about Epstein’s death?
Epstein died in a New York jail following his arrest in 2019. Officially it was declared a suicide, but the CCTV cameras were switched off. Guards were not present. Many questions were never answered. For this reason, Epstein’s death remains a mystery even today.
Why is the government hiding some information?
According to a Forbes report, the law says that documents cannot be withheld just because they would embarrass someone. But information can be hidden due to some special reasons-
- Protecting the identity of victims.
- Material related to sexual exploitation of children.
- Scenes involving violence.
- Impact on ongoing investigation.
- National Security and Foreign Policy.
Are all political parties angry with the government?
Yes. Both major political parties of America have criticized the Justice Department. MPs say that too many parts have been blackened. All the documents were not released simultaneously. Investigation of many files is still incomplete.
More than 1200 victims, still incomplete truth?
According to Deputy Justice Minister Todd Blanch, more than 1,200 victims or their families have been identified so far. He admitted that the files released were not complete and more than 200 lawyers were still examining the documents.
Is this the last revelation or will more secrets be revealed?
The Justice Department itself has admitted that more files are yet to come to light. In such a situation, it would not be wrong to say that the story of Epstein sex scandal is not over yet. These 3 lakh documents related to the Epstein sex scandal may not tell the whole truth, but they have once again raised questions on the world’s powerful personalities. The answer to how big a stir this matter will create in the coming days is still hidden in the pages of the future.