FBI Under Fire For Withholding Epstein Documents As Patel Promises ‘No Cover-Ups’

The release of Epstein-related files has only fueled more frustration, as Attorney General Pam Bondi confirmed that the FBI’s New York office had been withholding thousands of pages of records. Despite her request for the full case file, she was given only 200 pages, raising new concerns over what is still being kept hidden as reported here.

In response, Bondi sent a letter to FBI Director Kash Patel, demanding that all withheld Epstein documents be delivered by February 28. Patel, who has pledged to restore integrity to the Bureau, launched an investigation into why the files were kept from the D.O.J. and warned that any officials responsible for obstructing the process would be held accountable.

Adding to the controversy, White House guests were unexpectedly given binders labeled The Epstein Files: Phase 1. The move led to backlash after it was revealed that the binder contained mostly redacted documents, with little new information. Many of those handed the binders were unaware of their contents until after images of them holding the materials circulated online.

The news sparked outrage from lawmakers and victims’ advocates. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) criticized the lack of transparency, stating that she had not been informed about the release beforehand. Attorney Jennifer Freeman, who represents Epstein survivors, accused the D.O.J. and FBI of continuing to delay justice by failing to provide full disclosure.

Patel has insisted that there will be “no cover-ups” and “no missing documents,” promising that the full Epstein files will be turned over to the D.O.J. Bondi has doubled down on her demand for transparency, stating that no further delays will be tolerated.

With mounting pressure on the FBI, the question remains whether all Epstein-related documents — including the full client list — will finally be released.