Survivors accuse DOJ of replaying ‘Epstein playbook’ ahead of Bondi hearing

WASHINGTON, DC: A group of survivors representing Jeffrey Epstein's victims has released a scathing open letter addressed to Attorney General Pam Bondi ahead of her scheduled testimony before the House Judiciary Committee on February 11, 2026. The letter, signed by 28 individuals, including Maria Farmer and Annie Farmer, accuses the Department of Justice (DOJ) of mirroring the "very dynamics Epstein relied upon" by shielding powerful enablers through secrecy while exposing victims to public scrutiny.

The letter delivers as a sharp critique of the DOJ's recent handling of the "Epstein Files," which survivors claim remains "incomplete in a way that is both staggering and indefensible."

Playbook of secrecy shields the powerful

The survivors allege that the current administration is repeating a historical "culture of secrecy" that allowed Epstein’s crimes to persist for decades. They pointed specifically to recent statements from Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, who reportedly claimed that the Department's review is "over" and stated, "It Isn't a Crime to Party With Mr. Epstein".

The letter also criticizes the DOJ for failing to explain why millions of pages remain withheld while simultaneously exposing the names and photographs of dozens of survivors due to "reckless" redaction failures. The survivors argue that this sends a "chilling message" that reporting abuse risks exposure rather than protection.

Unredacted files expose victims to danger

The group highlighted a devastating failure in the government's latest document release, which reportedly published "dozens of nude photographs" and identifying details of survivors. The letter notes that many survivors living outside the United States now face "severe cultural persecution, stigma, and even threats to their safety" due to these disclosures.

To date, the survivors and their representatives claim they have received "no response" to their formal requests for corrective action, such as the removal of exposed materials or a clear warning to journalists to protect victim identities. They characterize the release as a deliberate attempt to "intimidate survivors" and "punish those who came forward".

Fifteen questions demand immediate answers

Attached to the letter is an appendix containing 15 specific questions that survivors urge Bondi to address directly during her congressional appearance. The questions seek to uncover the identities of the "four named co-conspirators" and "25 men" who Maxwell previously claimed entered secret settlements but were never indicted.

Additional inquiries target Epstein’s connections to high-profile figures, including whether any associate ever gave President Trump access to underage girls. The group is also seeking information on foreign intelligence services, including those linked to Russia and Israel, that may have shared information with or acted on Epstein’s behalf.