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Survivors Speak Out: The Impact of Jeffrey Epstein's Abuse
3/26/2026, 12:27:56 AM
Survivors Share Their Stories
Joanna Harrison, a survivor of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse, recently spoke publicly for the first time after her name was revealed in the release of millions of files by the US government. Harrison, along with four other survivors, participated in a discussion on BBC Newsnight, where they shared their experiences of grief and anger stemming from their time with Epstein. Harrison recounted her initial encounter with Epstein at the age of 18 in Florida, where she was later raped on his birthday. She expressed doubts about ever achieving justice now that Epstein is deceased, stating, "I have questions I'll never get an answer to."
Chauntae Davies, another survivor, shared images from her time traveling with Epstein on his private plane, which included notable figures such as former President Bill Clinton and actor Kevin Spacey. Davies described her experiences as "tainted" by the abuse she suffered, including being raped on Epstein's private island, Little St James. She reflected on her interactions with Clinton, noting that she never considered informing him about Epstein's actions, questioning what he could have done.
The Dark Legacy of Zorro Ranch
Davies and fellow survivor Lisa Phillips described Epstein's Zorro Ranch in New Mexico as a site of significant trauma. Davies characterized the ranch as "dark" and "eerie," asserting that it was where "most of the assaults happened." Phillips echoed this sentiment, recalling a "creepy" atmosphere at the ranch. The release of the Epstein files has prompted the state of New Mexico to reopen a criminal investigation into the ranch, which had previously been shelved in 2019.
Connections to Prominent Figures
The survivors also discussed Epstein's connections to powerful individuals, including Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the Duke of York. Phillips recounted an incident involving a friend who was allegedly instructed by Epstein to have sex with Mountbatten-Windsor in 2003. Mountbatten-Windsor has consistently denied any wrongdoing and is currently under investigation for misconduct in public office related to his ties with Epstein.
Criticism of Epstein's Death
The survivors expressed skepticism regarding the circumstances of Epstein's death, which was ruled a suicide in August 2019 while he awaited trial on sex trafficking charges. Phillips stated, "We knew him, we knew the kind of person he was," indicating a belief that his death was not a straightforward suicide.
Official Statements & Responses
In response to the allegations surrounding Epstein, former President Bill Clinton has repeatedly stated that he did not witness any abuse and expressed regret that Davies did not inform him of Epstein's wrongdoing. Kevin Spacey has called for the release of all Epstein files, emphasizing the importance of transparency.
Verbatim Quotes
- "It gets to a point where you're being suffocated, and you need to breathe, and I feel this is my way of trying to breathe." — Joanna Harrison, Survivor
- "I guess we'll never know." — Chauntae Davies, Survivor
- "He liked the fear in our eyes." — Lisa Phillips, Survivor
- "I like to have things on people." — Jeffrey Epstein (as recounted by Lisa Phillips)
The survivors' testimonies highlight the ongoing impact of Epstein's actions and the complexities surrounding the powerful figures associated with him.
