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DOJ, FBI: No Epstein client list, he killed himself

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screenshot from DOJ video of Epstein’s cell area. See video here

After an extensive internal review, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have released the findings of a sweeping examination of investigative materials relating to Jeffrey Epstein, concluding that the disgraced financier acted alone, died by suicide, and left behind no credible evidence of a so-called “client list” or blackmail scheme targeting high-profile individuals.

The joint announcement emphasized a rigorous search process, involving both digital and physical investigations of FBI holdings. “The FBI conducted digital searches of its databases, hard drives, and network drives as well as physical searches of squad areas, locked cabinets, desks, closets, and other areas,” the agencies stated. This review uncovered more than 300 gigabytes of data and significant physical evidence, including disturbing content.

Among the material recovered were images and videos of Epstein, as well as a vast cache—over 10,000 pieces—of illegal child sexual abuse material. The DOJ said that teams of agents, analysts, attorneys, and civil liberties experts meticulously reviewed this evidence, working to balance public transparency with the need to protect victim privacy.

Despite widespread speculation and persistent conspiracy theories surrounding Epstein’s alleged connections to powerful individuals, the DOJ concluded:

“This systematic review revealed no incriminating ‘client list.’ There was also no credible evidence found that Epstein blackmailed prominent individuals.”

The agencies reiterated that much of the sealed material in Epstein’s case was intended solely to protect victims—not shield third parties from scrutiny. Officials emphasized that no evidence warranted new investigations of uncharged individuals.

The review confirmed over 1,000 victims suffered abuse at Epstein’s hands. “Each suffered unique trauma,” the DOJ said. The data includes highly sensitive personal information, such as names, physical descriptions, and places of birth.

On the matter of Epstein’s death, the report reaffirmed prior conclusions: Epstein died by suicide in his cell at New York’s Metropolitan Correctional Center on August 10, 2019. This finding aligns with multiple investigations, including those conducted by the NYC Chief Medical Examiner, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York, and the DOJ’s Office of the Inspector General.

To counter rumors of foul play, the DOJ cited video surveillance footage from the Special Housing Unit (SHU) that shows no one entered Epstein’s tier from the time he was locked in at 10:40 p.m. until he was found dead at 6:30 a.m. the next day. The FBI digitally enhanced this footage to improve clarity and posted both raw and enhanced versions publicly:
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Officials concluded the statement by urging the public to move past unsupported claims:

“Perpetuating unfounded theories about Epstein serves neither the pursuit of justice nor the protection of victims.”

The DOJ and FBI emphasized their ongoing commitment to combating child exploitation and said no further disclosures from Epstein’s investigative files would be forthcoming.


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  1. The FBI and DOJ must explain (1) the disappearance of the client list which the AG said she had, and (2) how the videos of Epstein’s were recovered after the original reports said the guards were asleep and the camera wasn’t working, I hope to hell the FBI is not still corrupt. It seems that they may be.

    • Nick, It will be interesting to see if the Dem party goes after Trump on this easy to get target against Trump.

      My bet is they will do nothing. The press will do nothing too. Why is that? After all some people said Trump was on the list! So why are not all the anti-trump movements DEMANDING this gross lie to be exposed?

      Don’t be fooled. Something else is clearly going on, one needs to be a bit more curious to what the possibilities are.

      For the mainstream press to give a pass on this is complete tell, loud and clear.

      What could be really going on? People are not happy about this at all.

    • Re: ‘Trump’s Goons.’

      Watch Mike Benz’s report on X concerning the Epstein issue. According to Benz, who showed documented CIA memos, Epstein was a CIA operative for decades, and the CIA is behind the cover-up. According to Benz, the Dept. of Justice and FBI (Trump’s so-called goons) want to expose and prosecute the players. As it stands, there is an ongoing and intense confrontation going on in the Trump administration as to how to proceed.

      As one can legitimately expect, the depth of malfeasance in our intelligence community should not be underestimated. And Benz’s documentation clearly shows the pressure the CIA exerts over the other government law enforcement agencies (the FBI and DOJ).

      We’ll see if ‘Trump’s Goons’ do the right thing (whatever that might be) and CIA director, John Ratcliff, is about to find himself on the hottest of hot seats.

      In any case, this issue is only a Trump issue now because Trump’s people must deal with the exposure of CIA malfeasance that has been ongoing for decades, since JFK was president.

      Buckle your seat belts. This issue may disappear for a while. But it isn’t over.

    • After the performance art displayed during the cabinet meeting of July 8, 2025, the face plant is glaringly obvious. It appears some high in the conservative, gate-keeping ranks are trying to bury this deep into the weeds, while others are not going to let it go -fight, fight, fight! Trump wrist slapping the press and the public means he is attempting to cover turds in the litter box, but the smell will never go away.

      Her name is Virginia Giuffre, her battle and suspicious death will not be in vain, nor will the countless other victims. We will not forget Jerry Sandusky, Larry Nassur, Dennis Hastert, Keith Raniere, Peter Nygard, João Teixeira de Faria, also known as “John of God,” or Diddy Sean Puffy Combs. They are the sacrificial perps – they did not act alone. The powers behind these “creeps” is who many want to see brought to justice – it is what many voted for and demanded be done – post haste. Pam Blondie[sic] admits what she saw, which are crimes committed – yet, there are no perps to pursue. “Meet the new boss – same as the old boss”

      What we’re getting is unacceptble and beyond dispicible. It shows there is a means to get away with the most heinous of crimes – of which, the left-right paradigm doesn’t exist – it goes deep and wide. It is global, it knows no bounds, it is pure evil. For every son and daughter that was trafficked, abused and killed – and still are to this very moment – the millstones are ready and it is high time the People start doling them out. Don’t stop fighting for the victims until the mission is accomplished. If it topples temples, houses, or governments, let it be so – if that is what is holding up the pillars of this uncivil society – let it fall into the abyss from which it came.

  2. So . . . he’s convicted of sex trafficking but no clients were involved. Kind of like being convicted of drug trafficking without having any customers. Makes perfect sense.

  3. You can find Epstein little black book on the internet with the names of the people that were involved. This is like the story of three buildings blowing up in New York City on 911 and all landing in their own footprint, caused by two airplanes.

  4. Too much info has come to light to assume the Epstein events never happened. When power players are involved–Clinton Gates and countless others you know it’s another government conspiracy. For Epstein to commit suicide, very conveniently two watch guards took a break, cameras didn’t work and he didn’t have suicide tendencies according to many reports. Did the Hildabeast add Epstein to her 140 list of “suicides” having her sex hungry oval office guy involved. Dead people tell no stories. Same ole government cover up, shepople will be convinced.

    • Don’t you think if the Clintons were anywhere near that list, donald would have said something already? The Clintons have been out of power for quite a while, but they seem to still have some power over you.

    • No, Alan.
      The Clintons (Bill in blue dress and red pumps- very stylish) are near the top of the food chain. The case has to percolate through the proverbial smaller fish before going for the whales.

    • Doesn’t the most logical conclusion seem to be that Trump and Clinton are in those files, and neither side wants any info to br brought out. Also, if someone accuses you of something publicy, you have the right to sue them for slander. Only if it’s not true. I do not see any slander suits being brought forth.

  5. As Gomer Pyle once exclaimed “surprise, surprise, surprise!” They lied and will continue to lie just the same. The only difference now is they are not hiding it anymore. They know a large segment of American society is as thick as a hedge fence and that is the truth – sadly enough. Stay tuned for the next trauma inducing nightmare – Texas and North Carolina – taking a beating – I wonder why? They will dodge and weave in between acts of enormity. They know their crimes will fade away with each strike against us, to further divide us, and deplete us until the job is complete and the ball breaks the goal line.

  6. Hey, just like EB5:in Vermont, nobody in the state did anything wrong!

    Notice that “maga” isn’t buying it, for those with TDS, here is something that everybody could agree on, will it unify? Not if the uniparty has any say.

    One thing both parties agree upon, they don’t want a third party and they don’t want the people coming together on ANY topic.

    You will find no siren songs of demanding justice from the left, because just like PAC money, they all cry foul when they are a minority, but when they are a majority suddenly they are off on to a new shiny thing.

    Dems will do and say nothing about this, that should be very telling. But people at best will scream trump bad.

    • Who is the uniparty? Is that the same as the deep state? Just trying to keep up with the terminology

  7. Kevin Ryan one of your journalists says it’s the Epstein’s victims fault they were sexually assaulted and said he was attracted to teenage females on twitter

  8. Could it be that the President is using the list against those running the swamp to force reform and force their munnions out of government?
    Play ball or be exposed?
    DJT is pretty good at arm wrestling…deal making.
    We shall see.

    • We’ll see, hopefully true. Was hoping the dems would pick this up as a way to get Trump yet again and expose themselves, but that might be wishful thinking.

      The mainstream press going silent on this speaks loudly. It certainly means there is a cover up.