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Julie K. Brown

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Miami Herald journalist whose reporting led to Epstein's 2019 arrest

Miami Herald investigative journalist whose 2018 series 'Perversion of Justice' reignited public attention on the Epstein case and the controversial 2008 plea deal. Her reporting is widely credited with leading to Epstein's 2019 arrest on federal charges.

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Investigative Reporter, Miami Herald | Author, Perversion of Justice
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Julie K. Brown is mentioned in documents or reporting related to the Epstein case. Being mentioned does not imply any wrongdoing, criminal conduct, or inappropriate behavior.

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Known Connections (19)

Donald Trump
Donald Trump
Donald Trump and Julie K. Brown appear together in 6 shared document references....
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Alexander Acosta
Alexander Acosta
Alexander Acosta and Julie K. Brown appear together in 6 shared document referen...
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Jeffrey Epstein
Jeffrey Epstein
Julie K. Brown and Jeffrey Epstein appear together in 8 shared document referenc...
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The defendant
Julie K. Brown and The defendant appear together in 6 shared document references...
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The Government
Julie K. Brown and The Government appear together in 7 shared document reference...
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The Court
Julie K. Brown and The Court appear together in 6 shared document references....
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The victim
Julie K. Brown and The victim appear together in 6 shared document references....
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United States
Julie K. Brown and United States appear together in 7 shared document references...
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The Defendant
Julie K. Brown and The Defendant appear together in 3 shared document references...
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the Defendant
Julie K. Brown and the Defendant appear together in 3 shared document references...
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THE COURT
Julie K. Brown and THE COURT appear together in 3 shared document references....
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Defense Counsel
Julie K. Brown and Defense Counsel appear together in 3 shared document referenc...
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Ron DeSantis
Ron DeSantis
Julie K. Brown and Ron DeSantis appear together in 3 shared document references....
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U.S. Attorney
U.S. Attorney and Julie K. Brown appear together in 3 shared document references...
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DETECTIVE
DETECTIVE and Julie K. Brown appear together in 3 shared document references....
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Defense counsel
Julie K. Brown and Defense counsel appear together in 3 shared document referenc...
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FRIEND
FRIEND and Julie K. Brown appear together in 3 shared document references....
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Government
Julie K. Brown and Government appear together in 3 shared document references....
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ashley
ashley and Julie K. Brown appear together in 3 shared document references....
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Document Mentions (9)

Dept. of JusticeDec 19, 2025

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE [2020.11%20DOJ%20Office%20of%20Professional%20Responsibility%20Report%20Executive%20Summary (1)]

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF REPORT Investigation into the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida’s Resolution of Its 2006–2008 Federal Criminal Investigation of Jeffrey Epstein and Its Interactions with Victims during the I...

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Dept. of JusticeDec 19, 2025

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE [2020.11%20DOJ%20Office%20of%20Professional%20Responsibility%20Report%20Executive%20Summary]

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF REPORT Investigation into the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida’s Resolution of Its 2006–2008 Federal Criminal Investigation of Jeffrey Epstein and Its Interactions with Victims during the I...

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Dept. of JusticeDec 19, 2025

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE [(U) ONE RED ROPE CONTAINING: 1 Red Notebook (U) (NY-ERF#18399) Court Authorized Intercept-Doc#20-CRIM-21340Facility-917-520-3106 Disc#690612-R1 (U) (NY-ERF# 18727) Court Authorized Intercept Doc#20-CRIM-81211Facility-917-520-3106 Blu-Ray Disc#694397 (U) ONE RED ROPE CONTAINING: 10 Photographs (U) ONE RED ROPE CONTAINING: 17 Miscellaneous Financial Documents (U) (NY-ERF# 18309) Court Authorized Intercept Doc# 19-CRIM-29845156Facility-917-520-3106 Disc# 671455 (U) Recorded Interview (Non-Custodial - Overt) DTD 8/13/2019 with Holly Arace - Philadelphia (U) ONE RED ROPE CONTAINING: 1 Premier Day Planner " 2020.11 DOJ Office of Professional Responsibility Report Executive Summary]

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF REPORT Investigation into the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida’s Resolution of Its 2006–2008 Federal Criminal Investigation of Jeffrey Epstein and Its Interactions with Victims during the I...

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Court Filing: 581

The Miami Herald and investigative journalist Julie Brown are seeking to intervene in the case United States v. Maxwell to object to Ghislaine Maxwell's motion for a new trial being filed under seal. They argue that the motion and exhibits are judicial records entitled to a presumption of public access and that sealing them is not justified.

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court filing: Case 1:19-cr-00290-RMB Document 82 Filed 07/18/19 Page 17 of 33

The document discusses the government's allegations that Jeffrey Epstein made payments to two individuals who were potential co-conspirators and may have been witnesses against him in a trial. The payments were made shortly after a Miami Herald investigative report was published, raising suspicions of witness tampering. The government argues that Epstein's actions were an attempt to influence these individuals.

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Dept. of JusticeDec 19, 2025

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE [2020.11_DOJ_OFFICE_OF_PROFESSIONAL_RESPONSIBILITY_REPORT_EXECUTIVE_SUMMARY_(1)]

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF REPORT Investigation into the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida’s Resolution of Its 2006–2008 Federal Criminal Investigation of Jeffrey Epstein and Its Interactions with Victims during the Inve...

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Dept. of JusticeDec 19, 2025

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE [2020.11_DOJ_OFFICE_OF_PROFESSIONAL_RESPONSIBILITY_REPORT_EXECUTIVE_SUMMARY]

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF REPORT Investigation into the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida’s Resolution of Its 2006–2008 Federal Criminal Investigation of Jeffrey Epstein and Its Interactions with Victims during the Inve...

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Dept. of JusticeDec 19, 2025

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE [2020.11_DOJ_OFFICE_OF_PROFESSIONAL_RESPONSIBILITY_REPORT_EXECUTIVE_SUMMARY]

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF REPORT Investigation into the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida’s Resolution of Its 2006–2008 Federal Criminal Investigation of Jeffrey Epstein and Its Interactions with Victims during the Inve...

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House OversightNov 11, 2025

Miami Herald investigation links Labor Secretary Alex Acosta to a 'sweetheart deal' with Jeffrey Epstein

The passage references a high‑profile investigation by the Miami Herald that alleges Labor Secretary Alex Acosta arranged a favorable plea deal for convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. This ties a Acosta, then Labor Secretary, is cited for a 'sweetheart deal' with Epstein. The claim originates from a Pulitzer‑winning Miami Herald series by Julie K. Brown and Emily Michot. The deal allegedly in

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Email Mentions (10)

JJan 1, 2019

Re: Herald

Miami U.S. Attorney's Office recuses itself from Jeffrey Epstein case Play Video Duration: 3:51 AG nominee Barr pledges to look into handling of Eps

Lilly SanchezJan 1, 2019

Herald

Miami U.S. Attorney’s Office recuses itself from Jeffrey Epstein case Play Video DurationA 3:51 AG nominee Barr pledges to look into handling of Eps

Darren IndykeMar 14, 2019

Epstein prosecutor was rebuked for prior child sex case I Miami Herald

https://www.miamiherald.com/news/politics-government/article226765309.html Jeffrey Epstein prosecutor was previously rebuked for handling of a child

Lilly SanchezMar 5, 2019

Herald

Miami U.S. Attorney’s Office recuses itself from Jeffrey Epstein case Play Video DurationA 3:51 AG nominee Barr pledges to look into handling of Eps

Lilly SanchezJan 1, 2019

Re: Herald

Miami U.S. Attorney’s Office recuses itself from Jeffrey Epstein case Play Video Duration: 3:51 AG nominee Barr pledges to look into handling of Eps

Darren IndykeMay 10, 2019

Acosta plea deal in Epstein sex case defended by former aide | Miami Herald

https://www.miamiherald.com/latest-news/article226168500.html Top aide of Jeffrey Epstein prosecutor Acosta: We acted with integrity February 15, 20

The Sidney Hillman FoundationJan 1, 2019

Announcing the 2019 Hillman Prize winners

Congratulations to the 2019 Hillman Prize recipients! Sidney Hillman Foundation Names Winners of 2019 Prizes for Journalism in Service of the Common

Jeffrey EpsteinMar 5, 2019

Fwd: Herald

Miami U.S. Attorney's Office recuses itself from Jeffrey Epstein casePlay VideoDuration 3:51AG nominee Barr pledges to look into handling of Epstein

Lilly Sanchez IMar 5, 2019

Fwd: Herald

Miami U.S. Attorney's Office recuses itself from Jeffrey Epstein casePlay VideoDuration 3:51AG nominee Barr pledges to look into handling of Epstein

JMar 5, 2019

Re: Herald

Miami U.S. Attorney's Office recuses itself from Jeffrey Epstein case Play Video Duration: 3:51 AG nominee Barr pledges to look into handling of Eps

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