FBI Director Kash Patel Confirms Epstein Committed Suicide

FBI Director Kash Patel testified before the Senate Appropriations Committee that he believes Jeffrey Epstein died by suicide in his jail cell, rejecting conspiracy theories that Epstein was murdered. Patel acknowledged ongoing efforts with the Department of Justice to review and release more information related to Epstein's case but did not provide a specific timeline, emphasizing the need to protect victims and avoid releasing irrelevant or harmful content such as child sexual abuse material. This stance disappointed some conservative and MAGA supporters who have long demanded full disclosure of the Epstein files, alleging potential cover-ups and even destruction of evidence within the Department of Justice. Senator John Kennedy pressed Patel on the status and timing of the files' release, eliciting assurances that the review is progressing and will be completed in the near future. The controversy continues amid public interest in Epstein's extensive connections to high-profile individuals and ongoing investigations into his sex trafficking network. Despite Patel's previous association with Epstein conspiracy theories, his recent testimony represents a shift toward a more official acceptance of the suicide conclusion.