DOJ Releases 3 Million Epstein Files, Spotlighting Prince Andrew, Sarah Ferguson, and Peter Mandelson

Updated 2026-02-03 16:36:04+00:00 (10 articles)

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Massive DOJ Release Fulfills Transparency Act Mandate On 3 February 2026 the U.S. Justice Department posted more than three million pages, 2,000 videos and 180,000 images, completing the requirement of the Epstein Files Transparency Act signed by President Donald Trump in November 2025 [1][3][5][7]. The trove includes prison records, Ghislaine Maxwell investigation files, and a psychological report from Epstein’s 2019 incarceration. Redactions protect victims but leave dozens of high‑profile names unmasked, prompting immediate global media scrutiny.

Prince Andrew Appears in Emails and Photographs The files reference Prince Andrew hundreds of times, including August 2010 emails where he agreed to meet a “26‑year‑old Russian woman” and offered “lots of privacy” at Buckingham Palace [2][8][10]. Three undated photos show the Duke crouched on a woman’s abdomen, barefoot in casual attire, though no caption explains the setting [6][9]. He continues to deny wrongdoing while British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has publicly urged him to testify before the U.S. House Oversight Committee [2][6][8].

Sarah Ferguson’s Long‑Term Financial and Personal Ties to Epstein Emails from 2009‑2011 reveal the former Duchess of York calling Epstein a “brother” and a “legend,” thanking him for “energy” and expressing gratitude [1][2][6]. Documents show Epstein helped her with a £20,000 rent payment in 2009 and a $150,000 wire in 2001, and her charity “Sarah’s Trust” announced closure pending further discussion [2]. Ferguson’s correspondence also includes a request for Epstein to draft a statement denying pedophilia allegations [6].

Peter Mandelson Receives Payments and Tax Memo Involving Epstein Bank statements disclose three $25,000 transfers to accounts linked to Mandelson between 2003‑2004, and a separate £10,000 wire to his partner Reinaldo Avila da Silva in 2009 [3][6][7]. A 2009 tax memo drafted for Gordon Brown was sent to Epstein, suggesting a breach of confidentiality [2]. After the release Mandelson resigned from the Labour Party, apologized to victims, and faces pressure from Starmer to be stripped of his peerage [2][4][6].

International Fallout: Slovak Adviser Resigns and Leaders React Slovak national‑security adviser Miroslav Lajčák stepped down after emails showed Epstein inviting him to dinner in 2018; Prime Minister Robert Fico accepted the resignation [5][7][1]. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer called on Prince Andrew to provide a “transcribed interview” to U.S. investigators, while former President Donald Trump framed the document dump as personal vindication [5][7][1]. The revelations have reignited calls for accountability across Europe.

Law Enforcement and Congressional Requests for Full Access London’s Metropolitan Police logged multiple reports of alleged misconduct and will assess criminal thresholds [2]. Downing Street announced an urgent review of Mandelson’s status in the House of Lords, and U.S. House Judiciary Democrats demanded immediate unredacted access to the files, citing inconsistencies where some copies expose names that others black out [5][6][7].

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Timeline

July 2006 – The FBI opens a probe into Jeffrey Epstein after under‑age girls report paid sexual massages, later drafting an indictment. [9]

May 2007 – Federal agents prepare a formal indictment naming three of Epstein’s assistants as potential co‑defendants, but the case stalls. [9]

2008 – Epstein pleads guilty to solicitation of minors and serves a 13‑month sentence, completing it in July 2010. [3]

July 2010 – Epstein is released from prison following the completion of his 2008 sentence, re‑entering his high‑profile social network. [3]

August 11‑12, 2010 – Emails show Epstein inviting “The Duke” (Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor) to dinner with a 26‑year‑old Russian woman, describing her as “clever, beautiful, trustworthy.” [3][5][7]

August 2010 (later) – The duke replies he will be in Geneva until the morning of the 22nd but says he will be “delighted to see her,” requesting her contact details. [3]

2011 – Further correspondence records Andrew telling Epstein to “keep in close touch” and that they are “in this together.” [4]

2012‑13 – Elon Musk discusses possible trips to Epstein’s Caribbean island, later denying any participation. [1]

2013 – Richard Branson invites Epstein to his private island, joking “as long as you bring your harem!” and suggesting Bill Gates vouch for him. [8]

2018 – Steve Bannon texts about planning a documentary and PR push linked to Epstein. [1]

2018 – Slovak adviser Miroslav Lajčák exchanges flirtatious messages with Epstein and later resigns amid political fallout. [6][9]

2022 – Prince Andrew settles a U.S. civil claim over alleged sexual assault for an undisclosed sum while continuing to deny wrongdoing. [3]

October 2025 – King Charles strips Prince Andrew of his “prince” style, titles and Windsor mansion after mounting scandal. [5]

November 2025 – Democrats on the U.S. House Oversight Committee publicly urge Prince Andrew to travel to Washington for a transcribed interview about Epstein. [5]

November 2025 – President Donald Trump signs the Epstein Files Transparency Act, mandating DOJ disclosure of related records. [6]

December 19, 2025 – The statutory deadline for the DOJ to release the files passes without compliance. [1]

January 31, 2026 – The U.S. Department of Justice publishes over three million pages, 2,000 videos and 180,000 images of Epstein‑related material, fulfilling the Transparency Act mandate. [1][4][7][8][9][10]

January 31, 2026 – Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer urges former Prince Andrew to testify before the U.S. House Oversight Committee, stating, “You can’t be victim‑centered if you’re not prepared to do that.” [2][4]

January 31, 2026 – House Judiciary Democrats request immediate, full access to the entire Epstein file cache ahead of a hearing with Attorney General Pam Bondi. [2]

January 31, 2026 – Released photographs depict Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor crouched on all fours over a clothed woman, with no caption or date provided. [5][7]

January 31, 2026 – Starmer calls for Peter Mandelson to step down from the House of Lords and orders an urgent review of his peerage status. [4]

January 31, 2026 – London’s Metropolitan Police log multiple reports of alleged misconduct in public office stemming from the new documents and pledge to assess criminal thresholds. [4]

February 1, 2026 – Former President Donald Trump claims the document dump “absolves” him, framing the release as vindication against the “radical left.” [9][10]

February 2, 2026 – Slovak national‑security adviser Miroslav Lajčák resigns after the files reveal an Epstein dinner invitation in 2018; Prime Minister Robert Fico accepts his resignation. [9][10]

February 3, 2026 – Starmer reiterates demand that Prince Andrew provide a transcribed interview to U.S. investigators, pushes for a rapid review of Mandelson’s peerage, and notes the DOJ warns some released items may be fabricated. [4][6]

Future (unspecified) – The U.S. House Oversight Committee plans a public hearing with Attorney General Pam Bondi to discuss the Epstein files and consider further legislative action. [2]

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