DOJ release names Gates, Trump in Epstein records
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Washington. The Justice Department released more than three million pages of records this week related to Jeffrey Epstein, officials said. Reporters reviewed files that include alleged notes Epstein wrote to himself in 2013 referencing Bill Gates, documents mentioning President Donald Trump, and communications with other prominent individuals. The Gates Foundation denied the allegations as false. Some materials remain heavily redacted or unverified screenshots, and prosecutors said additional files are still withheld. Journalists and investigators are examining the records to verify claims and identify corroborating evidence. Independent forensic review teams are also involved. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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Timeline
- 1. 2019: Jeffrey Epstein died in custody while investigations and lawsuits proceeded.
- 2. March 2019: Records include communications between Epstein and figures such as Steve Bannon.
- 3. July 2013: Alleged Epstein notes referencing Bill Gates are dated in the files.
- 4. Jan 30–31, 2026: DOJ disclosed a tranche of Epstein-related documents totaling millions of pages.
- 5. This week: Journalists and forensic teams began reviewing released files and verifying screenshots and claims.
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