The US Department of Justice (DoJ) released its latest - and largest - tranche of files on Jeffrey Epstein on Tuesday.
Over 11,000 documents continue the release that began fulfilling a law requiring public disclosure of all investigative files into the late convicted sex offender.
However, many documents were heavily redacted, obscuring names and vital information, including those of potential co-conspirators alleged by the FBI.
The DoJ has faced bipartisan criticism regarding the extent of redactions, as the new law specifies that redactions should only protect the identities of victims or current investigations.
Among the notable mentions in the released documents is US President Donald Trump. His name appeared more frequently compared to previous files, including an email from a federal prosecutor indicating that Trump flew on Epstein's jet. The DoJ has acknowledged that some files might contain 'untrue and sensationalist claims' about him.
Furthermore, an email from 2001 reveals exchanges between Epstein's associate Ghislaine Maxwell and an individual referred to only as 'A', discussing potential ‘inappropriate friends’ during a trip to Balmoral.
Additionally, emails also reference ten possible co-conspirators of Epstein, with some having received subpoenas and a focus on the need for increased transparency regarding their identities.
One particularly odd document in the release included a fake video of Epstein, leading to questions about the validity and oversight in the files released by the DoJ.
Ultimately, lawmakers have expressed concern and frustration over the redactions made by the DoJ, stating the necessity for public scrutiny of any named individuals involved with Epstein.