Overview
- The proposed deal would resolve outstanding claims from women alleging abuse or trafficking between 1995 and Epstein’s 2019 death, pending approval by a federal judge in New York.
- Payouts would total $35 million if at least 40 claimants qualify or $25 million if fewer participate, according to court filings.
- The class action targets co‑executors Darren Indyke and Richard Kahn, who deny wrongdoing and admit no liability under the agreement, with the estate funding the settlement.
- New DOJ emails reported this week show Epstein explored a 2010 EMI investment tied to his coded references to women using the letter “P,” with Peter Mandelson mentioned; the deal never occurred.
- France’s prosecutor is creating a special unit to analyze the files and revisit allegations, while UK police questioned Prince Andrew for nearly 12 hours before releasing him as inquiries continue.