Epstein Survivors Demand Complete Disclosure of Files
Survivors of late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein have appeared in an advert calling for the release of more files related to him.
In the 40-second video from the World Without Exploitation group, released in the US on Super Bowl Sunday, survivors held up photographs of their younger selves and said we all deserve the truth.
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) was required by law to make all the files public in December last year. However, only some have been released - many with redactions.
The DOJ stated that files not published were either unrelated, duplicates, or withheld due to deliberative process privileges or attorney-client privilege, or because they depicted violence.
Deputy US Attorney General Todd Blanche mentioned that the most recent document release on January 30 marked the end of a comprehensive review process. However, he asserted that there is no hidden information being withheld from the public.
The survivors' advert, which began with a statement about the Epstein Files Transparency Act, pointed out that 3 million files still have not been released.
While aiming for a national audience, the video was not aired during the Super Bowl, but the group noted the high costs associated with such advertising.
This push for disclosure follows heavy scrutiny on the DOJ for missing the December deadline set by the Epstein Files Transparency Act, as well as highlighting Epstein's connections with many prominent individuals.
As part of their push for transparency, Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein's associate, is scheduled to testify before Congress regarding the government's handling of Epstein files, although her legal team indicates she may invoke her right to remain silent unless granted legal immunity.
