Anna Betts , The Guardian; Newly released Jeffrey Epstein files: 10 key takeaways so far
"A new trove of about 3m files related to the financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein was released on Friday, offering new details about his network and interactions with wealthy and powerful figures and the federal investigations into his crimes.
The release follows legislation passed in November by US lawmakers that mandated the disclosure of all Epstein-related documents.
As Guardian reporters continue to review the files, here are some of the key findings so far...
1. Epstein lawyers discussed possibility of cooperation days before his death...
2. FBI received allegations about Trump...
3. Musk had more extensive ties to Epstein than previously known...
4. Howard Lutnick made plans to visit Epstein’s island...
5. Mountbatten-Windsor invited Epstein to Buckingham Palace...
6. Richard Branson and Epstein exchanged emails...
7. Files show emails between head of LA Olympics committee and Ghislaine Maxwell...
8. New York Giants co-owner Steve Tisch exchanged emails with Epstein...
9. Files shed new light on relationship between Epstein and Peter Mandelson...
10. Hollywood film-maker Brett Ratner appears in image with Epstein and two women"
