Pam Bondi: DOJ Has 'Tens of Thousands' of Epstein Videos!
Pam Bondi, 2025. Photo courtesy of the United States Department of Justice. Public domain.
Attorney General Pam Bondi's sensational claim that the FBI is reviewing "tens of thousands" of videos allegedly showing Jeffrey Epstein with minors has stirred confusion and skepticism within the Department of Justice and among legal experts. Made in Washington, D.C., in 2025 amid intense pressure from President Donald Trump's supporters for greater transparency, Bondi's assertion remains unverified and lacks confirmation from the Justice Department, setting up a stark contrast between political theater and prosecutorial reality.
Bondi's Unverified Claim
Bondi first made the startling claim during an encounter at a restaurant, telling a woman with a hidden camera that the FBI was reviewing "tens of thousands" of videos "and it's all with little kids," as reported by the Associated Press. She later repeated the statement publicly at the White House, asserting that the Justice Department possessed a vast collection of videos involving Epstein and children. However, the Department has not provided any evidence to support this claim, and spokespeople have reportedly declined to clarify the nature, origin, or scope of these alleged videos.
Prosecutors and Law Enforcement See No Such Evidence
A thorough review of court documents and interviews with lawyers and law enforcement officials involved in Epstein's criminal and civil cases reveals no indication of tens of thousands of videos showing Epstein with minors or child sexual abuse material. Neither indictments nor detention memos reference such recordings, and Epstein and his convicted co-conspirator Ghislaine Maxwell were never charged with possession of child pornography, an offense that would have been easier to prove than sex trafficking.
Maxwell's defense attorney in her 2021 trial stated that they never saw such videos and expressed doubt about their existence saying, "I suspect if they existed, we would have seen them, and I've never seen them," according to the Associated Press. FBI Director Kash Patel, in a recent podcast interview, dismissed the possibility of incriminating videos involving Epstein's powerful associates, saying, "If there was a video of some guy or gal committing felonies on an island and I'm in charge, don't you think you'd see it," as reported by Newsday.
The 2023 Court Filing: A Separate Matter
One potential lead lies in a 2023 court filing in a civil case, where Epstein's estate reportedly disclosed it had found an unspecified number of videos and photos that might contain child sexual abuse imagery. However, this filing does not confirm Bondi's claims, and the materials remain under a protective order that prevents lawyers from discussing them publicly. The court ordered the estate to review the content before producing it to lawyers and to alert the FBI if any illegal content was found. The Justice Department has not confirmed whether these materials are related to Bondi's statements.
Political Pressure and DOJ Backlash
Bondi's comments come amid mounting pressure from Trump's base demanding the release of more Epstein files. The Justice Department has launched an urgent effort involving as many as a thousand FBI agents, many typically focused on national security, to review Epstein-related materials. This exhaustive approach aims to expedite the release of additional documents, though some senior law enforcement officials reportedly believe the materials contain no new revelations.
Earlier in 2025, Bondi distributed binders labeled 'Epstein Files: Phase 1' to pro-Trump social media influencers at the White House, according to ABC News. The binders reportedly contained mostly publicly known information, sparking outrage among some Trump supporters and conservative activists, including Laura Loomer, who publicly called for Bondi's resignation and accused her of misleading the public, calling her a "total liar," as reported by the Associated Press.
The Disconnect Between Political Messaging and Legal Reality
The Justice Department has repeatedly declined requests to provide details about the alleged videos Bondi referenced, including when and where they were obtained or whether they are newly discovered or long known to authorities.
"Outside sources who make assertions about materials included in the DOJ's review cannot speak to what materials are included in the DOJ's review," said DOJ spokesperson Chad Gilmartin, as reported by the Associated Press — underscoring the Department's reluctance to confirm or deny Bondi's claims.
This lack of transparency has fueled public confusion and skepticism. The political theater surrounding Bondi's statements contrasts sharply with the prosecutorial reality, where no such trove of videos has been presented or acknowledged by prosecutors, defense lawyers, or FBI officials. The situation highlights the tension between satisfying political demands for accountability and adhering to evidentiary standards in ongoing investigations.
What Lies Ahead?
As the Justice Department continues its review, the question remains whether any new, compelling evidence will emerge to substantiate Bondi's allegations.
References: Mystery about Epstein files after Bondi cites 'tens of thousands' of videos | Takeaways from AP's report on Attorney General Bondi's comments about evidence in Epstein case - Newsday | DOJ pushes FBI to review, release more Epstein files amid mounting pressure from Trump supporters: Sources - ABC News
