Elon Musk and Prince Andrew named in new Epstein files

September 27, 2025

New files released by Congressional Democrats from the Jeffrey Epstein Estate include references to billionaire Elon Musk and Prince Andrew, among other prominent figures. The documents show Musk was invited to Epstein's island in December 2014, while a flight manifest from May 2000 lists Prince Andrew as a passenger on a flight with Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. The third batch of documents also contains names of Peter Thiel, Steve Bannon, and references to Bill Gates, along with financial records and daily schedules.

Who is affected

Prince Andrew, Duke of York
Elon Musk, billionaire
Peter Thiel, internet entrepreneur
Steve Bannon, former adviser to US President Donald Trump
Bill Gates, Microsoft founder
Jeffrey Epstein's victims and survivors
The Jeffrey Epstein Estate
Ghislaine Maxwell (Epstein's associate convicted of sex trafficking)

What action is being taken

Congressional Democrats on the House Oversight Committee are releasing files turned over by the Jeffrey Epstein Estate
Democrats are urging US Attorney General Pam Bondi to release more files related to Epstein
The House Oversight Committee is working "to bring justice for the survivors and victims"
Republicans on the committee are planning to release the full set of documents soon

Why it matters

The documents reveal connections between Epstein and "some of the most powerful and wealthiest men in the world"
The files provide new information about Epstein's network and activities
The documents include evidence of travel arrangements, financial records, and scheduling that could establish connections between Epstein and prominent figures
The records contribute to ongoing efforts to understand the full scope of Epstein's activities and bring justice to his victims
The information has become politically contentious between Democrats and Republicans on the House Oversight Committee

What's next

Republicans on the House Oversight Committee plan to release the full set of documents soon
Democrats are urging US Attorney General Pam Bondi to release more files related to Epstein

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