Massive Document Release Intensifies Scrutiny
A new batch of Jeffrey Epstein files has caused political shockwaves in several countries. The US Department of Justice made public about 3 million emails and 1,800 pictures.
The papers show that Epstein had a lot of connections with politicians, business leaders, and diplomats. People who were in touch with him after his 2008 conviction are now being watched very closely.
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Talks About Donald Trump And Limited US Fallout
The files are said to mention US President Donald Trump, his wife, and Mar-a-Lago about 38,000 times. But just because something is in the documents doesn’t mean it was wrong.
Even though it has been talked about a lot, the political fallout in the US has not been very big. Most of the effects so far have been on people who don’t work in the White House.
Peter Mandelson Leaves His Job in the UK
Peter Mandelson, who used to be the UK’s ambassador to Washington, quit the House of Lords. The emails in the files linked him to Epstein and talked about communications with the government.
British news sources said that Mandelson got money from Epstein. He has denied any wrongdoing and turned down claims of misconduct.
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Morgan McSweeney Takes Responsibility
On February 8, Morgan McSweeney, who was the Chief of Staff to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, quit. He said he was completely responsible for recommending Mandelson’s diplomatic appointment.
His leaving shows how politically sensitive it is to be associated with Epstein. The resignation shows that there is pressure within the UK government.
US Resignations And Institutional Fallout
Brad Karp left his job as chairman of the Wall Street law firm Paul, Weiss. Emails showed that people had both personal and professional relationships with Epstein.
David A. Ross also left the School of Visual Arts in New York. Documents showed that he kept in touch with Epstein in a friendly way after Epstein was found guilty.
European Officials Also Affected
Miroslav Lajčák, Slovakia’s National Security Adviser, quit after messages with Epstein came to light. He said he didn’t do anything wrong, but he quit to avoid more political problems.
Joanna Rubinstein quit her job with the Swedish UNHCR. Reports say she went to Epstein’s private island in 2012.
Ongoing Pressure On Howard Lutnick
People have asked US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick to step down. He said he met Epstein and went to his island in 2012.
Lutnick said that the meeting took place during a family vacation and lasted about an hour. He hasn’t quit and says he didn’t do anything wrong.
