Latest release of Epstein files puts spotlight on prominent names

NPR | By Scott Neuman,

Leila Fadel

Published February 6, 2026 at 4:48 AM EST

The Justice Department's latest release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein files has led to new scrutiny of powerful people in convicted sex offender's orbit.

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