Epstein Secrets

with the Epstein matter began on January 2, 2008 and ended on January 7, 2008." Specifically, his contact involved five telephone conversation with Landon Thomas, a reporter for the New York Times. These conversations occurred on I) the morning of January 2, 2008, 2) the afternoon of January 2, 2008, 3) the

y. Confidential and Privileged — Attorney Work Product -9- EFTA00224644 A. The Morning ofJanuary 2, 2008. AUSA began his conversation with Mr. Thomas by explaining that he was the acting PIO for the week and that he had received Mr.Thomas's December 31, 2007 e-mail requesting an interview and ask

ed indictment and even offered to join the trial team and provide additional support from CEOS. On September 7, 2007, U.S. Attorney Acosta met with Kirkland & Ellis partners hi Lefkowitz rd. Ken Starr and Ms. Sanchez, along with Chief and AUSAsNigga and FAUSA "Messrs. Starr and Lefkowitz present arguments

n with the Epstein matter began on January 2, 2008 and ended on January 7, 2008.6 Specifically, his contact involved five telephone conversation with Landon Thomas, a reporter for the New York Times. These conversations occurred on 1) the morning of January 2, 2008, 2) the afternoon of January 2, 2008, 3) the

oon of January 4, 2008, and 5) the afternoon of January 7, 2008. A. The Morning ofJanuary 2, 2008. AUSA Weinstein began his conversation with Mr. Thomas by explaining that he was the acting PIO for the week and that he had received Mr.Thomas's December 31, 2007 e-mail requesting an interview and ask

he indictment and even offered to join the trial team and provide additional support from CEOS. On September 7, 2007, U.S. Attorney Acosta met with Kirkland & Ellis partners Jay Lefkowitz and former Solicitor General Ken Starr and Ms. Sanchez, along with Chief Oosterbahn and AUSAs Villafana, John McMillan, and

ms." Most of these lawsuits seek S50 million in money damages.' • Assistant U.S. Attorney David Weinstein spoke about the case in great detail to Landon Thomas, a reporter with the New York Times, and revealed confidential information about the Government's- allegations against Mr. Epstein. The Assistant U

ential plea negotiations. • When counsel for Mr. Epstein complained about the media leaks, First Assistant Sluman responded by asserting that "Mr. Thomas was given, pursuant CO his request, non-case specific information concerning specific federal statutes." Based on Mr. Thomas' contemporaneous notes

s to places that they have never before reached. Wc sincerely appreciate your attention to this matter. Respectfully subrid Red, Kenneth W. Starr Kirkland & Ellis UP Joe D. Whitley Alston St Bird LL.P EFTA00192766

n with the Epstein matter began on January 2, 2008 and ended on January 7, 2008.6 Specifically, his contact involved five telephone conversation with Landon Thomas, a reporter for the New York Times. These conversations occurred on I) the morning of January 2, 2008, 2) the afternoon of January 2, 2008, 3) the

oon of January 4, 2008, and 5) the afternoon of January 7, 2008. A. The Morning ofJanuary 1, 2008. AUSA Weinstein began his conversation with Mr. Thomas by explaining that he was the acting PIO for the week and that he had received Mr.Thomas's December 31, 2007 e-mail requesting an interview and ask

he indictment and even offered to join the trial team and provide additional support from CEOS. On September 7, 2007, U.S. Attorney Acosta met with Kirkland & Ellis partners Jay Lefkowitz and former Solicitor General Ken Starr and Ms. Sanchez, along with Chief Oosterbahn and AUSAs Villafana, John McMillan, and

with the Epstein matter began on January 2, 2008 and ended on January 7, 2008.12 Specifically, his contact involved five telephone conversation with Landon Thomas, a reporter for the New York Times. These conversations occurred on 1) the morning of January 2, 2008, 2) the afternoon of January 2, 2008, 3) the

. 12AUSA Weinstein has self-reported to the Office of Professional Responsibility. 9 EFTA00190460 AUSA Weinstein began his conversation with Mr. Thomas by explaining that he was the acting PIO for the week and that he had received Mr.Thomas's December 31, 2007 e-mail requesting an interview and ask

ed indictment and even offered to join the trial team and provide additional support from CEOS. On September 7, 2007, U.S. Attorney Acosta met with Kirkland & Ellis partners Jay Letkowitz and former Solicitor General Ken Starr and Ms. Sanchez, along with Chief Oosterbahn and AUSAs Villafana, John McMillan, and

carefully considering your request, I have decided, in my capacity as the First Assistant U.S. Attorney, not to make an exception here. Regarding the Landon Thomas matter, Mr. Thomas was given, pursuant to his request, non-case specific information concerning specific federal statutes. Regarding the offer to

quest, I have decided, in my capacity as the First Assistant U.S. Attorney, not to make an exception here. Regarding the Landon Thomas matter, Mr. Thomas was given, pursuant to his request, non-case specific information concerning specific federal statutes. Regarding the offer to extend the current

XECU/lVE OFFICE US. Department of Justice Untied Stalesilitornay Southern District ofFkrlda Blear DELIVERY BY FACSIMILE Jay?. Leficowitz, Esq. Kirkland & Ellis LIP Citigroup Center 153 East 53rd Street New York, New York 100224675 Re: Jeffrey Epstein Dear Jay: 99N.E. Street Mond. PL 35132-Jill (305

ith the Epstein matter began on January 2, 2008 and ended on January 7, 2008.'2 Specifically, his contact involved five telephone conversation with Landon Thomas, a reporter for the New York Times. These conversations occurred on I) the morning of January 2, 2008, 2) the afternoon of January 2, 2008, 3) the

ential and Privileged — Attorney Work Product -9- EFTA00225186 A. The Morning of January 2, 2008. AUSA Weinstein began his conversation with Mr. Thomas by explaining that he was the acting PIO for the week and that he had received Mr.Thomas's December 31, 2007 e-mail requesting an interview and ask

ed indictment and even offered to join the trial team and provide additional support from CEOS. On September 7, 2007, U.S. Attorney Acosta met with Kirkland & Ellis partners Jay Lefkowitz and former Solicitor General Ken Starr and Ms. Sanchez, along with Chief Oosterbahn and AUSAs Villafana, John McMillan, and

n with the Epstein matter began on January 2, 2008 and ended on January 7, 2008.6 Specifically, his contact involved five telephone conversation with Landon Thomas, a reporter for the New York Times. These conversations occurred on 1) the morning of January 2, 2008, 2) the afternoon of January 2, 2008, 3) the

noon of January 4, 2008, and 5) the afternoon of January 7, 2008. A. The Morning of anuary Z 2008. AUSA Weinstein began his conversation with Mr. Thomas by explaining that he was the acting PIO for the week and that he had received Mr.Thomas's December 31, 2007 e-mail requesting an interview and ask

he indictment and even offered to join the trial team and provide additional support from CEOS. On September 7, 2007, U.S. Attorney Acosta met with Kirkland & Ellis partners Jay Lefkowitz and former Solicitor General Ken Starr and Ms. Sanchez, along with Chief Oosterbahn and AUSAs Villafana, John McMillan, and

with the Epstein matter began on January 2, 2008 and ended on January 7, 2008.12 Specifically, his contact involved five telephone conversation with Landon Thomas, a reporter for the New York Times. These conversations occurred on I) the morning of January 2, 2008, 2) the afternoon of January 2, 2008, 3) the

lf-reported to the Office of Professional Responsibility. 08-80736-QF-MARRA P-014964 EFTA00225351 AUSA Weinstein began his conversation with Mr. Thomas by explaining that he was the acting PIO for the week and that he had received Mr.Thomas's December 31, 2007 e-mail requesting an interview and ask

ed indictment and even offered to join the trial team and provide additional support from CEOS. On September 7, 2007, U.S. Attorney Acosta met with Kirkland & Ellis partners Jay Lefkowitz and former Solicitor General Ken Starr and Ms. Sanchez, along with Chief Oosterbahn and AUSAs Villafana, John McMillan, and

t, 4 Epstein’s background has been extensively researched and reported in the media. See, e.g., Landon Thomas Jr., “Jeffrey Epstein: International Moneyman of Mystery,” New York, Oct. 28, 2002; Vicky Ward, “The Talented Mr. Epstein,” Vanity Fair, Mar. 2003; Jame

researched and reported in the media. See, e.g., Landon Thomas Jr., “Jeffrey Epstein: International Moneyman of

y in October 2006. After graduating from law school, Acosta served a federal appellate clerkship; an 18-month term as an associate at the firm of Kirkland & Ellis in Washington, D.C.; approximately four years as a policy fellow and law school lecturer; and nearly two years as a Deputy Assistant Attorney Gener