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Epstein Files: 842 'Pizza' Mentions Spark Controversy

2/20/2026

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The U.S. Department of Justice released Jeffrey Epstein documents that show 'pizza' appears 842 times.
Online discussions suggest references to 'pizza and grape soda' in Epstein's communications may imply illicit activities.
Critics say some conspiracists feel vindicated, but this does not validate Pizzagate claims.
The documents also include mundane pizza orders, raising questions about their true significance.

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Story summary

The U.S. Department of Justice released Jeffrey Epstein documents that show 'pizza' appears 842 times.
Online discussions suggest references to 'pizza and grape soda' in Epstein's communications may imply illicit activities.
Critics say some conspiracists feel vindicated, but this does not validate Pizzagate claims.
The documents also include mundane pizza orders, raising questions about their true significance.