Jeffrey Epstein’s sworn testimony, particularly in his 2009 and 2010 depositions during civil litigation, was evasive, combative, and at times outright contemptuous. Throughout his questioning, he invoked the Fifth Amendment repeatedly—over 100 times in one sitting—to avoid incriminating himself when asked about illegal sexual conduct, underage girls, and the identities of his associates. Rather than provide direct answers, Epstein frequently argued with opposing counsel, challenged the relevance of questions, and even questioned the intelligence of his interrogators. His posture was that of a man who knew the system would shield him—smug, defiant, and unafraid of consequences. The depositions painted a portrait of a man deeply insulated by wealth, privilege, and powerful legal defense.


What little Epstein did say under oath often reeked of calculated ambiguity. He downplayed his relationships with underage girls, referring to them as "massage therapists," and denied having sexual relations with minors, despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary. He also minimized his connections to powerful figures, strategically avoiding specifics that might implicate others or himself. His testimony was less about defending his name and more about weaponizing the legal system to stall, obstruct, and protect his network. These depositions, in hindsight, were not just legal maneuvers—they were warnings that Epstein believed he was untouchable, and for a long time, he was right.


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