DOJ Releases Massive Epstein File Batch, Uncovers Trump Jet Flights and Potential Co‑Conspirators
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DOJ Publishes Largest Epstein Document Tranche The Department of Justice released over 11,000 pages of Epstein‑related material, the biggest single disclosure to date, as required by a new transparency law [1]. Thousands of pages have been issued across eight batches since the release began last week. Many files remain heavily redacted, especially those naming individuals the FBI flagged as possible co‑conspirators, prompting criticism from lawmakers demanding fuller access. The DOJ warned that some released items contain sensational or inaccurate claims.
Email Confirms Trump Flew on Epstein Jet Eight Times prosecutor’s email dated 7 January 2020 lists Donald Trump as a passenger on at least eight Epstein jet flights between 1993 and 1996 [1][2]. Passengers also included his ex‑wife Marla Maples, daughter Tiffany Trump, son Eric Trump, and Ghislaine Maxwell on four of those trips. The email notes several flights carried only Trump and Epstein, while others had additional witnesses who could be relevant to the Maxwell case. The DOJ cautioned that some released documents exaggerate Trump’s involvement, and Trump has repeatedly denied ever being on the plane [2].
FBI Emails Identify Ten Possible Co‑Conspirators Including Wexner Internal FBI communications from 2019 reference ten individuals as potential co‑conspirators, with six subpoenas already served in Florida, Boston, New York City, and Connecticut [1]. Four subpoenas remain unserved, one directed to a “wealthy businessman in Ohio.” Only Maxwell and Les Wexner appear unredacted; Wexner’s attorneys assert he was neither a target nor a co‑conspirator and that he fully cooperated with investigators.
Fake Epstein–Nassar Letter and Prison Video Debunked The DOJ declared a handwritten letter purportedly from Epstein to Larry Nassar a forgery, citing mismatched handwriting, an incorrect return address, and a Virginia postmark inconsistent with Epstein’s 2019 New York detention [1]. FBI logs show a sender “J Epstein” at “Manhattan Correctional” sending mail to Nassar’s Arizona prison. BBC Verify traced a circulating prison‑cell clip to a 2020 YouTube upload that used 3D graphics, confirming the video was not authentic footage of Epstein [1].
Maxwell Case Context and Ongoing Legal Scrutiny Ghislaine Maxwell received a 20‑year sentence in 2022 for conspiracy to entice minors and sex‑trafficking offenses spanning 1994‑2004 [2]. The flight records released by the DOJ may provide additional witness leads for prosecutors in her case. The DOJ continues to release batches of Epstein files, a process that has drawn criticism from survivors and legislators for delays and redactions.
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BBC: DoJ Epstein file release reveals possible co-conspirators, Trump ties and a fake letter: Details the 11,000‑document batch, Trump’s eight jet flights, FBI‑identified co‑conspirators, and debunks a forged Epstein–Nassar letter and prison video .
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BBC: DOJ email shows Trump flew on Epstein's jet eight times, including with Maxwell: Highlights the same flight email, Maxwell’s presence, DOJ warnings about false claims, Trump’s denial, and links to the Maxwell sentencing context .
Timeline
1993‑1996 – Donald Trump flies on Jeffrey Epstein’s private jet at least eight times, with Ghislaine Maxwell aboard on four trips; passengers include Marla Maples, Tiffany Trump and Eric Trump, and some flights carry only Trump and Epstein[2].
2001 – An unidentified sender “A” emails Maxwell about “Balmoral Summer Camp for the Royal Family,” asking if she has found “inappropriate friends,” and Maxwell replies she has only found “appropriate friends,” suggesting early coordination on illicit contacts[1].
2019 – FBI emails reference ten possible co‑conspirators; six subpoenas are served in Florida, Boston, New York City and Connecticut, while four remain unserved, including one to a “wealthy businessman in Ohio”[1].
7 Jan 2020 – A DOJ prosecutor’s email documents the 1993‑1996 flights, confirming Trump’s presence on the jet and noting Maxwell’s participation, and cautions that some released files contain sensationalized or false claims about Trump[2].
Oct 2020 – A YouTube user uploads a computer‑generated clip showing an Epstein‑like figure in a prison cell; the clip later appears in the 2025 file release and is identified by BBC Verify as a 3‑D graphic, not authentic footage[1].
2022 – Ghislaine Maxwell receives a 20‑year prison sentence for conspiracy to entice minors to travel for illegal sex acts and for sex trafficking of a minor, crimes spanning at least 1994‑2004[2].
23 Dec 2025 – The DOJ releases a batch of Epstein files, including the 7 Jan 2020 email, marking the largest tranche to date and continuing a series of eight releases since the previous Friday; lawmakers criticize heavy redactions that hide names of alleged co‑conspirators[2].
24 Dec 2025 – The DOJ publishes over 11,000 additional documents—the biggest single release of Epstein materials—featuring heavily redacted FBI emails, a fake handwritten letter purportedly from Epstein to Larry Nassar, and the identified 2020 fake prison video; the agency notes the release follows a new law mandating public access to investigative materials[1].
External resources (3 links)
- https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdny/pr/ghislaine-maxwell-sentenced-20-years-prison-conspiring-jeffrey-epstein-sexually-abuse (cited 1 times)
- https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/111727606183781019 (cited 1 times)
- https://x.com/TheJusticeDept/status/2003442658643988641 (cited 1 times)