Trump DOJ Allegedly Destroyed Epstein Documents, Goldman Sachs Lawyer Gets Raise
Daily Beast reports Trump administration shredded large volumes of Epstein investigation documents after his death. Meanwhile, Goldman Sachs lawyer with Epstein ties receives $25M pay raise.
Trump Administration Allegedly Destroyed Epstein Evidence
The Daily Beast reported that the Trump administration's Department of Justice allegedly shredded a "huge pile" of Jeffrey Epstein investigation documents following the financier's death in federal custody in August 2019. The report raises serious questions about potential obstruction of justice and the preservation of evidence in one of the most high-profile criminal cases of recent years.
Goldman Sachs Lawyer Rewarded Despite Epstein Connections
According to The Times, a Goldman Sachs lawyer with documented ties to Jeffrey Epstein saw their compensation rise to $25 million despite the controversy surrounding these connections. The substantial pay increase highlights ongoing concerns about accountability within major financial institutions that maintained relationships with Epstein.
Cultural and Academic Fallout Continues
The Telegraph reported that a professor who appeared in recently released [Epstein files](/documents) has been dropped from a literary festival, demonstrating the continued reputational consequences for individuals named in the extensive document releases. Additionally, The Times of India reported that Sarah Ferguson faces renewed scrutiny as Epstein documents put Princess Beatrice and Eugenie in the spotlight, extending the controversy's reach into British royal circles.
Questions About Epstein's Insurance Policy
Unpublished.ca referenced what they termed "Jeffrey Epstein's Kill Switch," though details about this alleged safeguard mechanism remain unclear. The report suggests Epstein may have maintained some form of insurance policy or dead man's switch, though the specifics and credibility of these claims require further investigation.