A review by CNN found that dozens of FBI witness interview summaries, known as “302” reports, appear to be absent from the Department of Justice’s public release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein. An evidence log provided to attorneys for Ghislaine Maxwell lists approximately 325 FBI interview records, but more than 90 of those do not appear on the DOJ’s website. Some documents have been temporarily removed and restored in recent weeks, with the DOJ stating that removals were for victim redactions. The department has denied deleting any records and maintains that all responsive documents have been produced unless they are duplicates, privileged, or part of an ongoing federal investigation.
Allegations Involving Donald Trump
Among the missing records are three FBI interviews and related notes concerning a woman who alleged that Epstein abused her starting when she was about 13 years old and that Donald Trump sexually assaulted her decades ago. According to released materials, the woman contacted the FBI in July 2019 and was interviewed later that month. An FBI presentation prepared in 2025 summarizing “prominent names” connected to Epstein referenced her allegation that Trump forced her to perform oral sex and struck her. Trump has consistently denied wrongdoing, and the White House has described the allegations as false and sensationalist.
Congressional and Victim Concerns
Rep. Robert Garcia, ranking Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, questioned whether the DOJ fully complied with the law requiring the release of Epstein-related files. Several victims have also raised concerns that their FBI interview reports are missing or heavily redacted. Former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe noted that 302 reports are foundational to understanding the scope of an investigation. The dispute now centers on transparency obligations, privacy protections for victims, and whether the DOJ’s handling of the files satisfies statutory requirements.
