DOJ and FBI Conclude No Epstein 'Client List' Exists, Sparking MAGA Backlash

Washington D.C. – The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have officially concluded that convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein died by suicide and did not maintain a "client list" of high-profile individuals, a finding detailed in a recent two-page memo. This announcement, made in early July 2025, contradicts previous statements from Attorney General Pam Bondi and has ignited significant frustration among some of President Donald Trump's most ardent supporters.

The memo asserts that an "exhaustive review" of the Epstein files found no "incriminating list" of clients and "no credible evidence" that Epstein blackmailed prominent individuals. Furthermore, investigators found no evidence to warrant an investigation against uncharged third parties. This official stance aligns with the medical examiner's original conclusion regarding Epstein's death in August 2019.

Attorney General Pam Bondi had previously teased the release of a "client list" and thousands of documents, stating in February 2025 that such a list was "sitting on my desk." However, the initial "Phase 1" release largely consisted of already public information, leading to widespread disappointment. Bondi later accused the FBI of withholding additional documents.

The DOJ and FBI's latest conclusion has sparked a "revolt" within the MAGA base, with many expressing feelings of betrayal given earlier promises of full transparency. President Trump has defended Bondi, urging his supporters to cease attacks and claiming the files were "written by Obama, Crooked Hillary, Comey, Brennan, and the Losers and Criminals of the Biden administration." He also stated that Epstein is "somebody that nobody cares about."

Despite the official findings, various conspiracy theories persist regarding the Epstein case. For instance, a social media post by user Zagonel claimed, "> The most likely reason the Epstein files aren’t being released now is because of compromising material on Israeli intelligence operations undermining the United States." However, the official memo does not support such claims, citing victim protection and the sensitive nature of the material as reasons for no further disclosure.

The Department of Justice maintains that no "further disclosure" of Epstein-related material would be appropriate or warranted, noting that much of the content relates to child sexual abuse and would expose innocent individuals or victims. This position aims to protect victims while bringing an official close to the long-running public speculation surrounding the case.