New Mexico's Attorney General Raul Torrez accused the U.S. Department of Justice of hindering the state's investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's former ranch by withholding unredacted files. The DOJ stated it responded to the request in June and is ready to assist.
The accusation highlights potential federal obstruction in a state-level investigation into a high-profile sex offender's alleged crimes, raising questions about transparency and cooperation between government agencies.
New Mexico's top law enforcement official, Attorney General Raul Torrez, has accused the U.S. Department of Justice of obstructing the state's investigation into activities at Jeffrey Epstein's former ranch. Torrez stated that the Justice Department has failed to provide unredacted files essential for the probe into alleged abuses at the Zorro Ranch, south of Santa Fe.
Torrez sent a letter on June 30 to Acting U.S. Attorney Todd Blanche, detailing the February request for files that include names of Epstein survivors, witnesses, and co-conspirators. He characterized the 130-day delay as "unreasonable" and cited significant obstacles faced by investigators, including the passage of time, potential evidence deterioration, and jurisdictional issues.
A spokesperson for the U.S. Justice Department responded that the agency had provided a response to New Mexico's request in June. The department reiterated its willingness to assist New Mexico's investigation and to prosecute any federal crimes that might be uncovered. President Donald Trump has reportedly faced political pressure regarding the release of these files during his term.
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