Jeffrey Epstein died by suicide and there is no ‘client list’, says US Justice Department

“This systematic review revealed no incriminating ‘client list,’” the unsigned memo stated, according to CNN. “There was also no credible evidence found that Epstein blackmailed prominent individuals as part of his actions.”

The department also confirmed that it would not be releasing any further documents related to Epstein’s case. It added that over 10 hours of security camera footage from Epstein’s jail cell had been released and showed no one entering the cell at the time of his death.

The memo added, “We did not uncover evidence that could predicate an investigation against uncharged third parties.”

The announcement marks a shift from earlier suggestions by US President Donald Trump and Attorney General Pam Bondi, who had said more files would be shared with the public. In February, Bondi told Fox News that she was reviewing a so-called client list, saying: “That’s been a directive by President Trump. I’m reviewing that.”

Later, the Justice Department released documents it called “The Epstein Files: Phase 1,” but most of the materials were already available. Influencers were invited to the White House and photographed holding binders labelled with the same title.

The release of the memo was first reported by Axios. The memo also addressed the harm caused to Epstein’s victims. “Consistent with prior disclosures, this review confirmed that Epstein harmed over one thousand victims,” it said. It added that the materials contain sensitive information, including victim names, photos, and personal details, which is one reason further release would not be appropriate.

The department wrote, “One of our highest priorities is combatting child exploitation and bringing justice to victims. Perpetuating unfounded theories about Epstein serves neither of those ends.”

The memo also stated that both the Department of Justice and the FBI had reviewed all available evidence and concluded that “no further disclosure would be appropriate or warranted.”

Some public figures, including businessman Elon Musk, reacted with frustration online. Musk posted a scoreboard image showing zero arrests and wrote: “What’s the time? Oh look, it’s no-one-has-been-arrested-o’clock again.”

Musk had previously suggested on social media that Trump appeared in Epstein’s files and shared a video of Trump with Epstein, which he later deleted.

Other commentators questioned earlier statements by Bondi. Activist Robby Starbuck posted, “Was she lying then or is she lying now? We deserve answers.” Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s associate who was convicted of sex trafficking offences, remains in prison.

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