The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has revealed that it has uncovered more than one million additional documents linked to the Jeffrey Epstein case. The discovery comes as part of the government’s ongoing effort to release files under the Epstein Files Transparency Act.
The DOJ said the scale of the newly found material means the full release will not happen immediately. Officials warned that the process could take several more weeks.
DOJ Explains Delay in Full Disclosure
In a statement shared on social media, the Justice Department confirmed that the documents came from the US Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
“The US Attorney for the Southern District of New York and the FBI have informed the Department of Justice that they have uncovered over a million more documents potentially related to the Jeffrey Epstein case. The DOJ has received these documents from SDNY and the FBI to review them for release, in compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act, existing statutes, and judicial orders,” the DOJ said.
The department stressed that legal safeguards remain a priority.
“We have lawyers working around the clock to review and make the legally required redactions to protect victims, and we will release the documents as soon as possible. Due to the massive volume of material, this process may take a few more weeks. The Department will continue to fully comply with federal law and President Trump’s direction to release the files,” it added.
30,000 Pages Released Earlier This Week
The announcement follows the recent release of nearly 30,000 pages of Epstein-related documents. Some of those papers included allegations involving President Donald Trump, which the DOJ strongly denied.
In another statement, the department said, “The Department of Justice has officially released nearly 30,000 more pages of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein. Some of these documents contain untrue and sensationalist claims made against President Trump that were submitted to the FBI right before the 2020 election. To be clear: the claims are unfounded and false, and if they had a shred of credibility, they certainly would have been weaponised against President Trump already. Nevertheless, out of our commitment to the law and transparency, the DOJ is releasing these documents with the legally required protections for Epstein’s victims,” the DOJ wrote on X.
Mar-a-Lago Subpoena and Fake Letter Surface
Among the released records is a 2021 subpoena to the Mar-a-Lago Club, which relates to an investigation involving Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s former girlfriend and convicted accomplice.
Another document that drew attention was a letter signed “J Epstein” and addressed to convicted sex offender Larry Nassar. The letter referenced “our president” without naming anyone directly.
The DOJ later clarified that the FBI confirmed the letter is fake. Officials said the handwriting does not match Epstein’s and noted that the letter was postmarked three days after Epstein died in 2019.
Epstein Files Include Disturbing Allegations
Newly released material also includes grand jury testimony from 2007. An unnamed FBI agent described allegations involving a 15-year-old girl and claims that Epstein recruited minors through peers.
The agent said a witness had recruited other girls, adding: “Epstein liked girls like her, which is thin and blonde and attractive.”
Another witness described Epstein as highly selective about age. The witness said Epstein rejected some girls and once dismissed a masseur for being “too old” at 23.
Spotlight on Powerful Connections
The files have renewed focus on Epstein’s links with high-profile figures, including politicians, celebrities, and business leaders. Newly surfaced photos show Epstein with well-known public personalities.
Despite thousands of files already released, the DOJ acknowledged that many documents remain unpublished.
With over a million new documents under review, the Epstein case remains far from closed. The Justice Department says transparency will continue, but legal checks will guide every step.