Ron DeSantis
Florida Governor; convened grand jury into Epstein case handling
Also known as: Ronald Dion DeSantis
S. Congressman who appears in Epstein-related documents primarily in his official capacity. As a member of the House of Representatives, DeSantis served on the House Judiciary Committee and was involved in oversight hearings related to the Epstein case and the controversial 2008 non-prosecution agreement. As Governor, DeSantis signed legislation in 2019 strengthening Florida's sex trafficking laws in the wake of renewed scrutiny of the Epstein case. In September 2019, DeSantis convened a statewide grand jury investigation into how the Palm Beach County State Attorney's Office and the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office handled the original Epstein case.
The grand jury's December 2020 report criticized both agencies, finding they had treated Epstein favorably compared to other defendants facing similar charges. DeSantis has positioned himself as an aggressive pursuer of accountability in the Epstein case, though critics note his involvement came years after the initial failures. He has no personal connection to Epstein.
Ron DeSantis 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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DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE [2020.11%20DOJ%20Office%20of%20Professional%20Responsibility%20Report%20Executive%20Summary (1)]
2025-12-19
“DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF REPORT Investigatio”
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE [2020.11%20DOJ%20Office%20of%20Professional%20Responsibility%20Report%20Executive%20Summary]
2025-12-19
“DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF REPORT Investigatio”
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]
2025-12-19
“DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF REPORT Investigatio”
email chain: DOJ-OGR-00024913
“An email chain discusses the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office handing over the investigation into ”
Letter: DOJ-OGR-00024916
“Governor Ron DeSantis requests that the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) assume the inve”
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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...
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...
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...
email chain: DOJ-OGR-00024913
An email chain discusses the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office handing over the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's death to the FDLE and facilitating the request for Epstein's prison records from the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
Letter: DOJ-OGR-00024916
Governor Ron DeSantis requests that the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) assume the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein and initiate a preliminary inquiry into related misconduct allegations. He also issues an Executive Order reassigning the case to State Attorney Bruce Colton. The letter is in response to a request from Palm Beach County Sheriff Ric Bradshaw.
Executive Order: DOJ-OGR-00024921
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis issues an Executive Order assigning State Attorney Bruce H. Colton to investigate and prosecute allegations related to Jeffrey Epstein in the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit, taking over the duties from State Attorney David Aronberg. The order grants Colton and his designees the authority to perform these duties and requests cooperation from local residents and officials.
Executive Order: DOJ-OGR-00024922
The document is an executive order issued by Governor Ron DeSantis on August 6, 2019, assigning a State Attorney for a one-year term until August 6, 2020, with a provision for extension.
email: DOJ-OGR-00025151
The email discusses the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office handing over the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and coordinating with other agencies. It includes details about sharing contact information and facilitating access to records. The correspondence is between officials from different law enforcement agencies.
Letter: doj-ogr-00024918
Sheriff Ric Bradshaw writes to Governor Ron DeSantis requesting that the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) take over the investigation into the Jeffrey Epstein case. Bradshaw pledges the cooperation of his agency and commits to an internal affairs investigation. The letter highlights Bradshaw's dedication to public trust and justice.
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...
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...
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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