Survivors of late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein have appeared in an advert calling for the release of more files related to him. In the 40 second video from the World Without Exploitation group, released in the US on Super Bowl Sunday, survivors held up photographs of their younger selves and said 'we all deserve the truth.' The US Department of Justice (DOJ) was required by law to make all the files public in December last year. However, only some have been released - many with redactions.
The DOJ stated that files not published were either unrelated, duplicates, or were withheld under deliberative process or attorney-client privilege, or because they depicted violence. Deliberative process privilege allows US government agencies to withhold documents that reflect decision-making processes, while attorney-client privilege aims to protect communications between lawyers and clients.
Deputy US Attorney General Todd Blanche stated last month that the latest release of material marks the end of a thorough document identification and review process. He addressed concerns about a supposed hidden cache of documents, confirming that this was not the case.
The advertisement featuring the survivors began with a text stating: 'On November 19, 2025, the Epstein Files Transparency Act was signed into law,' which concluded that '3 MILLION FILES Still Have Not Been Released.' Survivors appeared with black redaction marks over their mouths, promoting the message to 'stand with us' and encouraging the public to urge Attorney General Pam Bondi for the truth.
Although the video was released on Super Bowl Sunday, it did not air during the game due to financial constraints; a 30-second Super Bowl ad can cost over $8 million. The DOJ's document releases offer insights into Epstein's connections with prominent figures but have faced criticism for not meeting the mandated deadlines.
Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein's associate, is set to testify before a congressional committee regarding the government's handling of Epstein's files, although her lawyers have stated that she may invoke her right to remain silent unless granted immunity.
The DOJ stated that files not published were either unrelated, duplicates, or were withheld under deliberative process or attorney-client privilege, or because they depicted violence. Deliberative process privilege allows US government agencies to withhold documents that reflect decision-making processes, while attorney-client privilege aims to protect communications between lawyers and clients.
Deputy US Attorney General Todd Blanche stated last month that the latest release of material marks the end of a thorough document identification and review process. He addressed concerns about a supposed hidden cache of documents, confirming that this was not the case.
The advertisement featuring the survivors began with a text stating: 'On November 19, 2025, the Epstein Files Transparency Act was signed into law,' which concluded that '3 MILLION FILES Still Have Not Been Released.' Survivors appeared with black redaction marks over their mouths, promoting the message to 'stand with us' and encouraging the public to urge Attorney General Pam Bondi for the truth.
Although the video was released on Super Bowl Sunday, it did not air during the game due to financial constraints; a 30-second Super Bowl ad can cost over $8 million. The DOJ's document releases offer insights into Epstein's connections with prominent figures but have faced criticism for not meeting the mandated deadlines.
Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein's associate, is set to testify before a congressional committee regarding the government's handling of Epstein's files, although her lawyers have stated that she may invoke her right to remain silent unless granted immunity.
