What are the main revelations from the new Epstein files release?

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"The U.S. Justice Department released millions of files related to the case of convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein on Friday, shedding further light on his expansive network of high profile figures. The latest dump - expected to be the last - contains some three million pages, including 180,000 images and some 2,000 videos attached to the case. Initial findings from the drop include emails from Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former British prince, inviting Epstein to Buckingham Palace years after the financier was convicted of sex crimes."

"Messages from billionaire Elon Musk asked Epstein when his wildest party would be and discussed visiting his notorious island. It is unclear whether Musk, who is not accused of wrongdoing, ever visited. And inn other emails, Epstein made allegations Bill Gates had engaged in extra marital affairs. A spokesperson for Gates vehemently denied the absurd allegations. Documents included in the US Department of Justice release of the Jeffrey Epstein files (Jon Elswick/AP) (AP) There's no suggestion that appearing in the files implies wrongdoing."

The Independent covers reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech and deploys reporters to developing stories. The outlet investigates financials such as Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC and produces documentaries like 'The A Word,' which spotlights American women fighting for reproductive rights. The Independent remains accessible without paywalls and solicits donations to fund on-the-ground journalism. The U.S. Justice Department released approximately three million pages of Jeffrey Epstein files, including 180,000 images and about 2,000 videos. Released documents include emails showing Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor inviting Epstein to Buckingham Palace, Musk messages discussing parties and Epstein's island, and allegations about Bill Gates that his spokesperson denied. Appearing in files does not imply wrongdoing.

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