The U.S. Department of Justice’s Epstein file release has drawn sharp criticism from survivors of Jeffrey Epstein. They said the partial disclosure exposes their names while shielding alleged abusers. Survivors called the move unfair, retraumatizing, and incomplete. In a joint statement, they said the release is framed as transparency. However, it reveals identifying details of victims while keeping alleged enablers hidden. They described this as outrageous and harmful to survivors.
The statement highlighted the late Virginia Roberts Giuffre, who reported multiple abusers connected to Epstein. Survivors said hundreds of other women have made similar allegations. They called the continued secrecy a systemic failure. “The scale of this failure is staggering and indefensible,” the statement read. Survivors emphasized that justice requires full disclosure of all involved parties.
The Department of Justice said it collected around 6 million pages of potentially responsive documents. Officials released just over 3 million pages, leaving about half undisclosed. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche said the agency overcollected materials to ensure compliance with the law. However, Democrats on Capitol Hill criticized the explanation. Representative Robert Garcia called the situation “outrageous and incredibly concerning.” He said the DOJ could be withholding critical files while claiming compliance.
Survivors echoed those concerns, saying the process cannot be considered complete until all legal documents are released. They also said every abuser and enabler should face public scrutiny. The group demanded direct answers from U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, who will appear before the House Judiciary Committee. “Survivors deserve answers, and the public deserves the truth,” the statement read. “This is not over.” Survivors stressed that their demands are not political. They called on lawmakers from both parties to support victims and ensure accountability.
The partial Epstein file release has prompted renewed calls for transparency. Survivors and lawmakers said full disclosure is essential to prevent further harm. They also argued that the public must understand the scope of Epstein’s network and the individuals involved. Moving forward, survivors said they will continue pushing for the release of all remaining documents. They emphasized that protecting victims and exposing abusers are critical steps in delivering justice. Epstein file release, they said, must be complete to restore public trust.
