Federal prosecutors allegedly pressured Jeffrey Epstein to pay large sums to dubious “victims” and appointed a civil attorney with personal ties to a prosecutor

Summary

Federal prosecutors allegedly pressured Jeffrey Epstein to pay large sums to dubious “victims” and appointed a civil attorney with personal ties to a prosecutor The passage suggests possible prosecutorial misconduct and a conflict of interest in the handling of alleged Epstein victims, providing specific dollar amounts, legal statutes, and personal connections that merit further investigation. While the claims are not yet verified, they implicate U.S. Attorney’s Office staff and could expose abuse of victim‑compensation mechanisms, making it a strong lead with moderate novelty and controversy. Key insights: Prosecutors demanded Epstein pay at least $150,000 per alleged victim, many of whom were later identified as adults.; The U.S. Attorney’s Office (USAO) proposed paying fees for a civil attorney they selected for the victims.; The recommended civil attorney was reportedly closely connected to the Assistant U.S. Attorney’s boyfriend, suggesting a conflict of interest.