Global Investigations Into Epstein's International Network Expand

UK Establishes National Task Force

UK police launched a national task force to examine allegations against British nationals named in the Epstein files released by the Department of Justice, according to The Independent.¹ The Metropolitan Police confirmed the task force is reviewing allegations involving Prince Andrew, among others.²

The UK’s top prosecutor stated “nobody is above the law” when asked about high-profile figures under review.²

Congress issued a subpoena to British politician Peter Mandelson, requiring him to testify about his contacts with Epstein.³ Mandelson previously served as European Commissioner for Trade and held multiple cabinet positions in UK government.

France Opens Diplomatic Investigation

France created a specialized team within its justice ministry to identify French nationals in the files, according to The Independent.¹ French prosecutors opened an investigation into at least one diplomat named in the documents.⁴

The team is working with prosecutors to determine whether criminal charges are warranted under French law.

U.S. Investigations Expand

New Mexico launched its first investigation into activities at Epstein’s Zorro Ranch property. State authorities said the probe will examine whether criminal activity occurred on the property and whether local officials failed to act on complaints.

Congress issued subpoenas to multiple individuals, including retail billionaire Les Wexner. Both Wexner and Mandelson are scheduled to testify before congressional committees.

A federal court allowed a trafficking lawsuit against Bank of America to proceed. The suit alleges the bank facilitated Epstein’s operation by processing payments and failing to report suspicious transactions.

Corporate Departures Follow File Release

Dubai’s ports authority chief resigned after hundreds of emails between him and Epstein surfaced in the document release.¹ UAE officials said they are reviewing whether any Emirati laws were violated.

Goldman Sachs’ top lawyer resigned after being named in the files. Hyatt heir Tom Pritzker stepped down from corporate positions after the files documented contact with Epstein.

Olympic organizing chairman Casey Wasserman left his role after emails between him and Ghislaine Maxwell became public. Wasserman also sold his talent agency.¹

Academic Institutions Respond

Columbia University removed staff members who facilitated the admission of an Epstein-connected applicant to its dental school, according to reporting. The university said it is conducting a broader review of Epstein’s connections to the institution.

Multiple college presidents and professors were named in the files, prompting internal reviews at several universities.

UN Calls for International Coordination

UN human rights experts called for an international investigation into the files and stated that some conduct described in the documents could constitute crimes against humanity, according to a February statement.¹

The experts issued a statement urging member states to cooperate in identifying potential criminal activity within their jurisdictions. The statement noted that trafficking networks often cross multiple borders and that effective prosecution requires international coordination through Interpol channels.

References

1. Global investigations into Epstein’s international network expand - The Independent
2. UK top prosecutor says nobody above law as police probe Prince Andrew
3. Congress subpoenas Mandelson over Epstein ties in major probe
4. French prosecutors investigate diplomat in Epstein probe