SILive.com February 16, 2026

Staten Island Search Uncovers Hundreds of Hits in Epstein Files

Documents released in the Epstein files investigation.

Key Takeaways

▶ A search for "Staten Island" in DOJ Epstein files returns hundreds of results across three categories: underwear, attorney, and autopsy records.
▶ SILive.com first reported the search results, identifying the categories in files released by the Department of Justice in February.
▶ The findings add to mounting pressure on federal agencies to release unredacted files after lawmakers accused DOJ of withholding documents.

A search for “Staten Island” in the Department of Justice’s Epstein files returns hundreds of references across three categories: underwear purchases, attorney records, and autopsy documentation, according to SILive.com.¹

The Staten Island outlet identified the search results in the DOJ’s February file release, which has drawn scrutiny from members of Congress who say the agency released only a fraction of documents related to Epstein’s network.

Three Categories of Records

SILive.com’s search identified references to underwear, attorney involvement, and autopsy records connected to Staten Island.¹ The outlet did not provide additional details about the specific documents or individuals named in the files.

The findings come as researchers analyze the more than 2,800 pages released by the DOJ. An independent study found the release represents only 2% of total Epstein files held by federal agencies.²

Pressure for Full Release

Rep. Thomas Massie and Rep. Nancy Mace have called for unredacted files from the Justice Department, particularly records identifying co-conspirators.³ Attorney General Pam Bondi testified before Congress that the DOJ released “all” relevant documents, a claim disputed by lawmakers who cited ongoing redactions in financial and communication records.⁴

Rep. Ro Khanna has called for full transparency, writing that individuals in Epstein’s network “knew enough to know better” about the financier’s activities.⁵ The California congressman said federal agencies must provide a complete accounting of all associates who maintained contact with Epstein after his 2008 conviction.

International Investigations

The file release has prompted investigations across multiple countries. UK police launched a national task force to examine trafficking allegations, while French prosecutors opened investigations into French nationals named in the documents.

United Nations experts called for an investigation into the files, stating that some allegations could constitute crimes against humanity if established. The UN working group on discrimination against women said member states have an obligation to investigate credible trafficking claims involving their citizens.

Public Tools for Document Review

Technology platforms have emerged to help the public search the released files. JeffTube, a search platform, allows users to browse DOJ documents by keyword, date, or individual name. The tool has processed the February release and enables searches similar to the Staten Island query conducted by SILive.com.

The platform’s developers said they created the tool after observing the difficulty journalists and researchers faced navigating thousands of pages of unsorted PDF documents.

State-Level Investigations

State authorities have also opened investigations based on file contents. New Mexico launched its first full investigation into Epstein’s Zorro Ranch, the approximately 10,000-acre property where witnesses reported alleged abuse occurred. The property was purchased by the family of Texas GOP comptroller candidate Don Huffines for $13.4 million.

Congressional investigators continue reviewing files. Multiple lawmakers have signaled they will subpoena additional witnesses and documents if the DOJ does not provide unredacted files in response to pending requests.