DOJ Releases Epstein Files with Uncorroborated Allegations Against Trump

The U.S. Justice Department released additional files related to Jeffrey Epstein on Thursday, March 6, 2026, including FBI memos detailing interviews with a woman who made uncorroborated allegations of sexual assault against both Epstein and Donald Trump. The release follows criticism regarding the initial withholding of these documents.

Background and Initial Withholding

The documents were not initially included in the Justice Department’s earlier releases of Epstein-related records, which began in December 2025. Officials stated the files were mistakenly categorized as duplicates . This withholding prompted scrutiny and a review of the release process.

The Allegations

The released materials describe a series of FBI interviews conducted in 2019 with a woman who alleged she was sexually assaulted by Epstein and Trump in the 1980s, when she was a minor . According to the woman’s account, Trump asked others in the room to leave before allegedly making a statement about “teaching” her how girls should behave .

Verification and Responses

It is crucial to note that these allegations have not been verified, and the FBI did not bring charges related to the woman’s claims . Donald Trump has consistently denied any wrongdoing related to Epstein or any knowledge of Epstein’s criminal activity.

Congressional Scrutiny and DOJ Review

The release of these documents, and the initial withholding, has led to congressional scrutiny and a Department of Justice review to determine if the files were wrongly withheld . Some reporting indicates that documents mentioning the allegations were removed from the public release .

Further Reporting

Reporting by NPR indicated that allegations of Trump sexually assaulting a minor were withheld from the initial release of the Epstein files . The Justice Department has responded to these claims, and Trump’s allies have called the allegations unsubstantiated or false .

Key Takeaways

• The DOJ released previously withheld files related to Jeffrey Epstein containing allegations against Donald Trump.
• The allegations, made by a woman in 2019, have not been verified.
• The initial withholding of the documents prompted scrutiny and a DOJ review.
• Trump has denied any wrongdoing.