Six years after Jeffrey Epstein's death in federal custody, survivors of his sex trafficking ring continue their fight for accountability – a battle they say is still being stifled by America's wealthiest and most powerful figures. Many survivors were minors when exploited through Epstein's network, which authorities called one of the largest sex trafficking cases in U.S. history.
"The system protects those with money and connections," one survivor told CGTN during recent hearings in Miami. New evidence suggests at least 12 accomplices named in court documents remain unprosecuted, their identities shielded by legal loopholes and procedural delays.
Legal experts note the case exposes systemic flaws: "When you have this level of wealth involved, it creates a force field against justice," said attorney Mariana Cruz, who represents multiple survivors. Recent congressional attempts to reform trafficking laws have stalled amid political gridlock.
As the 2026 midterm elections approach, survivor advocacy groups are pushing to make accountability a key voter issue. Their message to lawmakers: "Protect children, not predators."
