The Department of Justice disclosed in a court filing that more than 2 million Epstein Files Transparency Act documents are in various stages of review, with about 400 DOJ attorneys and over 100 FBI analysts expected to work on the project in the coming weeks.

Authorities stress careful review to protect victims’ identities and private information, which may slow publication and require redactions.

Only about 12,285 documents (roughly 125,000 pages) have been publicly released so far, representing less than one percent of the materials reviewed.

Victims and survivors, including Epstein survivor Marina Lacerda, have spoken publicly about the ongoing impact and urged accountability, including possible involvement of high-profile individuals linked to Epstein.

Early published materials reveal Epstein’s extensive network and his relationship with Donald Trump, including a note that Trump rode Epstein’s private jet eight times; Epstein died by suicide before trial.

Epstein pled guilty in 2008 to state prostitution charges involving a minor and died by suicide in federal custody while facing federal sex-trafficking charges.

The coverage notes Epstein’s 2019 federal arrest and death, with ongoing scrutiny of his associations with prominent figures, including Trump.

Pam Bondi, who was attorney general during part of the Trump era, faces congressional pressure over delays, with some lawmakers contemplating contempt referrals.

Newsweek contributed reporting, highlighting political fallout and calls for greater transparency regarding Epstein-related records.

Lawmakers such as Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie have at times discussed inherent contempt to compel faster disclosure of the Epstein files.

Congress passed legislation in November mandating federal release of Epstein files, prompting renewed scrutiny of prior disclosures and potential connections to high-profile figures, though no wrongdoing has been conclusively proven.

Statements indicate ongoing effort to identify connections between Epstein and public figures, focusing on publicly shown interactions rather than new criminal allegations.