The long-awaited release of the Epstein files has sent shockwaves throughout the nation, as over 2,000 documents detailing the disgraced financier's alleged sex trafficking operation have been made public. The files, which were unsealed by court order, contain a trove of information about Epstein's connections to powerful individuals, his lavish lifestyle, and the countless victims who were allegedly trafficked by him.

According to reports from CBS News, the documents provide a disturbing glimpse into Epstein's world, including testimony from victims, flight logs, and financial records. The New York Times has published a comprehensive guide on how to navigate the files, which are said to be heavily redacted to protect the identities of certain individuals.

In response to the release, victims of Epstein have expressed a mix of relief and anger, as they finally see some measure of justice being served. The timeline of the release, as detailed by The New York Times, reveals a painstaking process of legal battles and negotiations to make the files public.

As the public digests the revelations contained in the Epstein files, it is clear that this is just the beginning of a long road to uncovering the full extent of Epstein's crimes and the network of powerful people who enabled him.