WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a significant development regarding the transparency of the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has sent an official letter to Congress outlining the specific scope of redactions applied to the recently released documents. The correspondence also sheds light on the extensive list of high-profile names referenced within the files, complying with the Epstein Files Transparency Act.

The release, which has already drawn intense public and media scrutiny, comes with a detailed explanation of what has been withheld. According to the DOJ, redactions were strictly limited to three key categories: protecting the identities of victims, removing Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM), and safeguarding sensitive information related to ongoing investigations.

High-Profile References The documents reportedly contain references to a sweeping array of global figures, ranging from world leaders to Hollywood icons. While the DOJ emphasizes that the mere appearance of a name in these files does not imply wrongdoing or criminal conduct, the list includes some of the most recognizable names in politics, business, and entertainment.

According to the disclosure, names referenced in the documents include:

• U.S. Presidents & Political Figures: Donald Trump, Joe Biden, Barack Obama, and Bill Clinton are mentioned, alongside family members such as Melania Trump, Ivanka Trump, Jill Biden, Hunter Biden, Hillary Clinton, and Chelsea Clinton. Other notable political figures include Vice President JD Vance, former Vice Presidents Mike Pence and Al Gore, as well as officials like Merrick Garland, William Barr, and Nancy Pelosi.

• Global Leadership & Royalty: The files extend beyond U.S. borders, referencing Israeli leaders Benjamin Netanyahu and Ehud Barak, former UK Prime Ministers Tony Blair and Margaret Thatcher, and current UK leader Keir Starmer. British royalty, including the late Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Harry, are noted, as is Pope John Paul II.

• Business & Technology: Tech titans and business moguls such as Bill Gates, Jeff Bezos, Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk, and Peter Thiel appear in the records.

• Entertainment & Media: The entertainment world is represented by names including Beyoncé, Mick Jagger, Robert De Niro, and George Clooney. The disclosure also explicitly notes that Oprah Winfrey is not listed in the documents.

Context of the Disclosure Legal experts and DOJ officials urge caution in interpreting the files. The documents encompass a wide range of materials, including flight logs, contact books, and legal correspondence, meaning a “mention” can range from a passing reference to direct interaction.

As the public parses through the thousands of pages, the DOJ maintains that the release is consistent with its legal obligations under the new transparency law. However, for the families and victims involved, the focus remains on the pursuit of justice and the privacy of those who suffered abuse.

The release continues to dominate headlines as analysts and the public alike work to understand the full implications of these revelations.