New Mexico Reopens Epstein Ranch Investigation, Establishes Truth Commission
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New Mexico has reopened its investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's Zorro Ranch and established a Truth Commission to examine the property's history. The commission, funded by $2 million from state settlements, has subpoena power and is actively gathering information. Its initial report is due July 31.
Facts First
- New Mexico's attorney general reopened an investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's Zorro Ranch property in February.
- A state Truth Commission has been created with the authority to subpoena witnesses and compel testimony.
- The commission is funded by $2 million from settlements reached with a bank that did business with Epstein.
- Search and rescue dogs were used in a search of the Zorro Ranch property by the state justice department.
- The commission's initial report is scheduled for release on July 31.
What Happened
New Mexico's attorney general office announced it was reopening an investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's Zorro Ranch property. The property, located outside Santa Fe, included a mansion, an airstrip, and 10,000 acres of scrubland. The state's justice department conducted a search of the ranch using search and rescue dogs. In the same month, the New Mexico state House unanimously created a Truth Commission to examine the property's history. The commission is headed by Democratic state Representative Andrea Romero of Santa Fe and includes Republican state Representative Andrea Reeb. It is funded by $2 million from settlements the state reached with a bank that did business with Epstein. The commission has the authority to subpoena witnesses and compel testimony, has received numerous tips, and maintains a list of names including former ranch employees, possible co-conspirators, and residents of Stanley, the nearest town. Virginia Giuffre, an accuser of Epstein, stated she was sexually abused at the Zorro Ranch; she died by suicide in 2025. On International Women's Day in March, hundreds of protesters held a rally at the former ranch.
Why this Matters to You
A formal state investigation and commission could bring greater transparency to a case that has involved allegations of serious abuse. The commission's subpoena power may lead to new information being uncovered. For residents of New Mexico, particularly those near the ranch or named in the inquiry, this process may directly involve them. The findings, scheduled for release this summer, could provide answers to long-standing questions.
What's Next
The Truth Commission is scheduled to release its initial report on July 31. Its work, including reviewing tips and using its subpoena authority, may continue beyond that date.