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Epstein Survivors Demand Transparency in Super Bowl Ad Targeting Pam Bondi

2/10/2026, 6:21:21 PM

Survivors Call for Release of Epstein Files

On February 8, 2026, a group of survivors of Jeffrey Epstein aired a poignant public service announcement during the Super Bowl, demanding Attorney General Pam Bondi release the remaining Epstein files. The ad, produced in collaboration with World Without Exploitation, highlights the ongoing struggle for transparency regarding Epstein's extensive network of abuse. The survivors, including advocate Annie Farmer, appeared on screen holding photographs of themselves as teenagers, emphasizing their collective demand for the truth. The ad concluded with a call to action: “Stand With Us, Tell Attorney General Pam Bondi It’s Time For The Truth.”

Context of the Demand

The urgency of the survivors' plea stems from the recent release of over 3.5 million Epstein-related documents by the Department of Justice (DOJ) on January 30, 2026. However, this release only accounted for approximately half of the estimated 6 million documents reviewed, raising concerns about a potential cover-up. Critics, including the survivors, argue that the DOJ's handling of the disclosures has been inadequate, particularly after the department acknowledged that thousands of documents containing identifying information of victims were improperly released due to “technical or human error.”

Criticism of the DOJ and Pam Bondi

Pam Bondi has faced significant backlash for her role in the DOJ's management of the Epstein files. Survivors have accused the department of failing to protect their identities while allowing the perpetrators to remain shielded from scrutiny. In their statement, they expressed that “this is a betrayal of the very people this process is supposed to serve.” The ad's timing was strategic, coinciding with a new confidentiality agreement that allows Congress to begin viewing unredacted versions of the files starting February 9, 2026.

Official Statements & Responses

In response to the ad, the White House characterized the document releases as “bad-faith efforts to distract from historic accomplishments.” President Donald Trump, who has been linked to Epstein through thousands of mentions in the released documents, has dismissed the files as a “hoax” and suggested that the DOJ should move on to other matters. This dismissal has further fueled the survivors' resolve to seek accountability and transparency.

Verbatim Quotes

  • “After years of being kept apart, we’re standing together,” — Annie Farmer, Epstein Survivor
  • “As survivors, we should never be the ones named, scrutinized, and retraumatized while Epstein’s enablers continue to benefit from secrecy.” — Epstein Survivors' Statement

What's Next

The survivors' campaign is set to continue as Congress prepares to access unredacted files. The ongoing public discourse surrounding the Epstein case and the DOJ's handling of the files remains a focal point of national attention, with advocates urging for full transparency and accountability. The ad has reignited discussions about the implications of Epstein's network and the necessity for justice for the victims.