Newly released court documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein case reveal that prosecutors were aware of his sexual abuse of underage girls two years before striking a controversial deal with him in 2008. The documents include testimonies detailing Epstein's sexual abuse, with one victim recalling being abused at 14. Epstein's plea deal allowed him to avoid severe federal charges and serve minimal time in prison, sparking widespread criticism. The transcripts illustrate the extent of Epstein's crimes, including instances where he paid victims for sexual acts and brought in more girls. Despite the evidence presented to the grand jury in 2006, Epstein managed to secure a lenient plea deal and continued his abusive behavior until his death in 2019.