Newly Unveiled Testimonies
Grand jury transcripts from a 2006 investigation reveal 's sexual abuse of teenage girls, including rape, and details of financial incentives for recruiting more victims.
Testimonies describe Epstein's Palm Beach mansion as a site for extensive abuse, with victims as young as 14 recruited and paid for massages escalating into rape and sexual assault.
Legal and Public Reaction
The release of these records, permitted by a new Florida law, has reignited criticism of the 2008 plea deal that many view as too lenient towards Epstein, highlighting his connections to powerful individuals.
The transcripts also reveal prosecutorial decisions and questioning that have been criticized for their handling of the victims, raising further concerns about the protection of Epstein due to his influence.