AG Pam Bondi Confirms Some Epstein Files Will Be Released Thursday: ‘It’s Pretty Sick’
Attorney General Pam Bondi made a startling announcement on “Jesse Watters Primetime” on Wednesday, revealing that some files related to Jeffrey Epstein would be released by the Department of Justice (DOJ) on Thursday. Bondi disclosed that over 250 alleged victims are involved in the case, and her office must take precautions to ensure their identities remain protected. She also indicated that the release would include detailed flight logs, names, and other pertinent information. 
“It’s pretty sick what that man did, along with his co-defendant,” Bondi said when discussing the nature of the revelations to come, referring to Epstein’s criminal actions and his associate Ghislaine Maxwell. The statement comes after significant pressure from Republican lawmakers who have been pushing for the release of sensitive documents, including those connected to Epstein’s crimes.
This announcement is the latest in a long string of public calls for transparency regarding the extensive files related to Epstein, a financier accused of operating a large-scale sex trafficking ring. The demand for these records has become a focal point of political debate, with officials and lawmakers calling for the exposure of Epstein’s client list and the details surrounding his operation.
The DOJ’s release of the Epstein files follows a broader push for declassification of significant government documents, including those related to the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy and civil rights leaders such as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Senator Robert F. Kennedy. In January, President Donald Trump signed an executive order mandating the release of such classified materials, which included the directive for the DOJ to prepare plans for declassification. The move was intended to provide transparency about high-profile events that have remained shrouded in secrecy for decades.
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, R-Fla., who leads the House Oversight Committee’s Task Force on the Declassification of Federal Secrets, has been at the forefront of the effort to secure the release of these records. Luna, who sent multiple requests to the DOJ for updates on the Epstein files, finally received a response. In her post on X (formerly Twitter), she revealed the DOJ’s acknowledgement of her requests for documentation on the Epstein case, as well as files related to the assassinations of JFK, RFK, and MLK.
In the DOJ’s response, Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Patrick D. Davis assured Luna that the department is carefully reviewing the requests while balancing its commitment to upholding the integrity of ongoing criminal investigations. “The integrity of criminal investigations and prosecutions is essential to every component of the Department’s mission,” the letter stated, noting the department’s responsibility to protect civil rights and ensure public safety.
However, the DOJ’s response has not satisfied all parties involved. Some lawmakers, including Luna, have expressed frustration over the delays in releasing files. The initial response from the DOJ was seen as lackluster, with many questioning the continued withholding of potentially explosive information. Luna has since taken her efforts to social media, urging Bondi and other officials to expedite the release of the Epstein-related documents, especially in light of the DOJ’s slow response to her formal requests.
Bondi’s comments on the release of Epstein’s files come just days after a series of political developments regarding the declassification of sensitive records. In February, Rep. Luna intensified her calls for transparency, pressuring the DOJ and other agencies involved in the declassification process to take swift action. Her advocacy for the release of the Epstein client list is gaining traction, particularly as many are eager to know the identities of those who were allegedly involved in Epstein’s criminal activities.
The upcoming release of files marks a significant moment in the ongoing investigation into the financier’s network. The documents are expected to shed new light on the scope of Epstein’s operation, including flight logs, names of individuals connected to his crimes, and other critical information. With Bondi’s confirmation that the DOJ will release at least some of this information Thursday, the public will soon have a glimpse into the darker details of Epstein’s exploitation network.
As the DOJ continues to handle the matter with caution, many remain eager for more answers. Bondi’s statement underscored the disturbing nature of Epstein’s actions, with a promise of additional revelations just around the corner. Whether this will lead to more accountability for those involved remains to be seen, but it is clear that the push for transparency surrounding the Epstein files is only gaining momentum.
