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Newly Released Transcripts Reveal Prosecutors Sabotaged 2006 Epstein Case

Documents show prosecutors attacked underage victims' credibility, leading to minimal charges against Epstein.

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Late millionaire Jeffrey Epstein is seen in Cambridge, Massachusetts, on September 8, 2004. Documents related to a 2006 grand jury investigation into sex abuse accusations against Epstein were released to the public on Monday.

Overview

  • Judge Luis Delgado released 150 pages of grand jury transcripts from Epstein's 2006 case.
  • Prosecutors portrayed victims as criminals, undermining the case against Epstein.
  • Epstein was ultimately indicted on a single count of solicitation of prostitution.
  • Critics argue the state attorney's office mishandled the case, protecting Epstein.
  • The release follows a new law signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis ensuring public access to such records.