Recent documents show that Jeffrey Epstein was not properly monitored in prison, despite the suicide risks.

The new documents published by the U.S. Department of Justice reveal serious surveillance errors in the case of Jeffrey Epstein, who died in prison on August 10, 2019. Although he was considered a suicide risk, Epstein was not adequately monitored. The autopsy determined that he hanged himself, contrary to speculation about a possible crime. The documents detail a prior suicide attempt, in which Epstein was found semi-conscious, and notes about staff observations regarding his mental state. Additionally, President Donald Trump criticized the investigation, calling it a "witch hunt" and suggesting that Democrats are the ones who collaborated with Epstein.