Jeffrey Epstein denies having a "clients list" for blackmail purposes, as reported by Axios, and also denies being murdered.
In a comprehensive investigation that put to rest years of conspiracy theories and public speculation, the FBI and the Department of Justice have concluded that Jeffrey Epstein did not maintain a secret list of high-profile clients for illicit or blackmail purposes. The joint probe also reaffirmed the original medical examiner's ruling that Epstein died by suicide in 2019 while awaiting trial on federal sex trafficking charges.
Newly released surveillance footage from the night of Epstein's death showed no one entering his cell area during the critical timeframe, supporting the conclusion that Epstein was not murdered. The video, in both original and "enhanced" versions, was reviewed by the FBI, who found no signs of anyone entering the prison area.
The memorandum reviewed by Axios also states that there is no credible evidence Epstein blackmailed prominent individuals or operated a blackmail scheme involving politicians, celebrities, or business moguls. Furthermore, the memorandum indicates that investigators found no "incriminating client list" of Epstein.
The investigation comes after the U.S. Attorney General, Pam Bondi, announced on July 1 that the FBI is reviewing "tens of thousands of videos" of Epstein "with children or child pornography". However, the latest findings officially put to rest longstanding rumours and conspiracy theories regarding Epstein's death and the existence of a so-called client list or blackmail operation.
Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein's associate, is currently serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking of minors related to the financier's case. The memorandum also states that no further charges will be filed against other individuals connected to Epstein’s case.
Elon Musk, owner of X and Tesla, was embroiled in a spat with President Donald Trump over claims he was on the "Epstein files". Musk later apologised, deleted his post about the "Epstein files", and admitted he had gone "too far".
Tariffs, a separate matter, will go into effect on August 1, according to the U.S. Commerce Secretary. President Trump is scheduled to send the first letters to trading partners on the matter of tariffs on Monday.
The administration has distributed a video showing the Manhattan prison area where Epstein was held the night he died in 2019. The findings of the FBI and the DOJ, however, remain the main focus, providing much-needed closure in a case that has captivated public attention for years.
The investigation results indicate that there is no "incriminating client list" associated with Jeffrey Epstein, debunking longstanding rumors about his affairs. Additionally, the conclusion reached by the FBI and the Department of Justice reaffirms that Epstein's death was a suicide and there is no evidence of a blackmail scheme involving high-profile individuals in the realm of politics, entertainment, or business.
