A seasoned investigative reporter is suggesting an unexpected figure might hold crucial information regarding the secretive network surrounding convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein: former Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein. This development comes amidst heightened scrutiny on the Department of Justice’s handling of the infamous Epstein files and the contentious interviews with key figures.
Julie K. Brown, whose groundbreaking work for the Miami Herald was instrumental in Epstein’s 2019 arrest on sex trafficking charges, has publicly questioned why federal authorities haven’t pursued an interview with Weinstein. Speaking on The Court of History podcast, Brown asserted, “Why don’t they talk to Harvey? Harvey might know something, too,” hinting at his potential relevance to the ongoing saga.
The call for Weinstein’s involvement arises as the Trump administration faces mounting pressure and criticism for its decision not to release the long-promised “Epstein files,” which are believed to contain a list of prominent individuals connected to the disgraced financier. This refusal has sparked outrage among supporters and fueled widespread speculation about the motives behind the blockage.
Donald Trump’s long-standing association with Jeffrey Epstein has been a recurring point of controversy, with reports from outlets like the Wall Street Journal detailing their past friendship. Adding to the intrigue, the Journal also revealed that then-Attorney General Pam Bondi informed Trump in May that his name appeared within the very Epstein files his administration later decided to withhold.
Further complicating the narrative is the highly unusual jailhouse interview conducted by Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, formerly Trump’s personal lawyer, with Ghislaine Maxwell. Maxwell, Epstein’s former girlfriend convicted of sex trafficking underage girls, was recently transferred to a lower-security facility, igniting rumors that she might be seeking a pardon or clemency in exchange for cooperation with the Justice Department.
Brown specifically pointed to a tangible link between Weinstein and Epstein, recalling “old-fashioned pink message pads” seized from Epstein’s home during his initial arrest. These pads, which included copies of calls received, reportedly listed Harvey Weinstein and Donald Trump among many prominent names who had contacted Epstein, suggesting a level of interaction previously underexplored by authorities.
While acknowledging the inherent credibility issues associated with interviewing another convicted sex predator, Brown maintains that Weinstein could offer a “different vantage point.” She speculates that while he may not have been directly involved in Epstein’s sex trafficking operations, he might have “seen things” or gleaned information from his interactions with Epstein that could be vital to understanding the full scope of the network.
Ultimately, Brown expressed strong skepticism that the names of the powerful and wealthy men who allegedly participated in sex acts with underage girls and young women will ever be publicly revealed. She concluded by stating her belief that these influential figures, potentially including Donald Trump, wield too much power to allow such sensitive information to surface, underscoring the deep-seated resistance to full transparency in the Jeffrey Epstein case.
