The Bulwark Podcast Julie K. Brown: Hiding the Truth in the Epstein Files
Dec 30, 2025
Julie K. Brown, an investigative reporter for the Miami Herald renowned for her 'Perversion of Justice' series, sheds light on the ongoing Jeffrey Epstein scandal. She discusses the chaotic release of DOJ documents, suggesting it's a distraction from key players, including potential political connections. Victims continue to come forward globally, revealing a shocking network of abuse. Brown highlights Ghislaine Maxwell's pivotal role and raises concerns about the investigation into Epstein's death, emphasizing that the fight for justice is far from over.
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Reconstructing Redacted Victim Identities
- Julie K. Brown reconstructed victim identities from redacted files using lawyers, spreadsheets, and social media patterns.
- She used victims' social networks and a
Flight Record Mistakenly Linked To Julie
- Julie K. Brown booked an American Airlines record that mistakenly showed her maiden name tied to a grand jury subpoena.
- The ticket was actually for victim Annie Farmer whom Brown had arranged to interview the day after Epstein's arrest.
Disorganized Releases Can Obscure The Truth
- The DOJ's chaotic public release of documents creates distractions and hides core investigative work.
- Survivors suspect the disorganization is intentional to protect perpetrators and impede clarity.