Lawyer claims Jeffrey Epstein made damning admissions on a tape; New York Daily News seeks to keep it confidential

Lawyer claims Jeffrey Epstein made damning admissions on a tape; New York Daily News seeks to keep it confidential The passage reveals a potentially explosive 22‑minute recorded interview in which Epstein allegedly admits to wrongdoing and downplays the seriousness of his crimes. It identifies specific actors (Jeffrey Epstein, reporter George Rush, attorneys Brad Edwards and Paul Cassell, and the New York Daily News) and outlines a legal battle over the tape’s release, suggesting concrete follow‑up steps: obtain the tape, verify its contents, and assess privilege claims. While the existence of the tape has been reported before, the detailed affidavit excerpts and the claim that the tape could prove perjury provide a moderately strong, actionable lead. Key insights: A 22‑minute tape of Epstein discussing sexual abuse of minors exists, according to a sworn affidavit.; Reporter George Rush allegedly recorded the interview and may have destroyed the original after a call from Epstein.; Attorneys for a victim (Brad Edwards, Paul Cassell) are seeking court access to the tape to support civil claims.