Factbox-What Americans think of the Epstein files, according to Reuters/Ipsos polling


Ghislaine Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein are seen in this image released by the Department of Justice in Washington, D.C., U.S., on December 19, 2025 as part of a new trove of documents from its investigations into the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. U.S. Justice Department/Handout via REUTERS

WASHINGTON, Feb 19 (Reuters) - The ⁠release of millions of records on the late sex offender ⁠Jeffrey Epstein is roiling politics, business and even the British monarchy, ‌as details come to light on the disgraced financier's extensive social connections.

Americans generally view the Epstein files, which on Thursday led to the arrest of King Charles' brother ​Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, as an example of wealthy ⁠and powerful people rarely being ⁠held accountable and believe the U.S. government is still hiding information about ⁠Epstein's ‌clients.

Following are key findings from a Reuters/Ipsos poll conducted on February 13-16:

(Reporting by Jason Lange in Washington; Editing by Scott Malone and Andrei Khalip)

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