Only 12,285 Epstein Documents Made Public So Far The Justice Department has released just 12,285 Epstein‑related files, representing less than one percent of the total collection [1][2]. More than two million documents remain under review, a workload described as “resource‑intensive” by officials [1][2]. Both outlets confirm that the limited release reflects the department’s effort to balance transparency with victim privacy [1][2].

Four Hundred Attorneys Assigned to Massive Review Effort The DOJ assembled a team of roughly 400 attorneys to examine the archive [1][2]. These lawyers are responsible for sorting, redacting, and preparing documents for public disclosure while safeguarding personal information [1][2]. The scale of the task is repeatedly highlighted as a major factor in the slow pace of releases [1][2].

Next Release Batch Expected Around January 20‑21 An anonymous source briefed on a DOJ internal letter indicated that the next tranche of files was slated for release around January 20 or 21 [1][2]. King5 notes that the exact date remains uncertain, underscoring scheduling challenges amid the extensive review process [2]. Both reports stress that the projected timeline reflects ongoing privacy‑protection considerations [1][2].

Redacted Material from Earlier Releases Appears Online Earlier batches contained redacted sections that later surfaced on social media and other websites [1][2]. Bondi’s correspondence acknowledges the leak, highlighting tensions between public demand for information and the need to protect victims’ identities [1][2]. The incident illustrates the difficulty of maintaining confidentiality while complying with the Epstein Files Transparency Act [1][2].