Justice for Epstein’s Survivors? $35M Settlement from Epstein Estate Pending
- Jeffrey Epstein’s estate has agreed to a settlement that could pay up to $35 million to his victims, pending court approval
- The payout depends on the number of eligible victims: $35 million if 40 or more qualify, $25 million if fewer
- Epstein’s former lawyer and accountant, serving as co-executors, deny any wrongdoing, and the settlement does not mean they admit fault
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UNITED STATES- The estate of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has agreed to a settlement that could pay up to $35 million to his victims.
According to Eyewitness News (EWN), the deal, announced in a New York court on Thursday, 20 February 2026, still needs a federal judge’s approval before it can take effect. The amount depends on how many victims qualify: $35 million if 40 or more are eligible, and $25 million if fewer than 40.
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Who is covered?
The settlement covers people who say they were sexually abused, assaulted, or trafficked by Epstein between 1995 and his death in 2019. Epstein’s former lawyer, Darren Indyke, and his former accountant, Richard Kahn, are overseeing the settlement as co-executors of the estate. Both deny any wrongdoing and have not been accused of sexual abuse themselves.
Legal implications
If approved, the settlement will resolve a 2024 lawsuit claiming that the two advisors helped enable Epstein’s criminal activities. Importantly, the deal does not mean the co-executors admit any fault. The settlement comes amid continued scrutiny of Epstein’s network of wealthy and powerful associates, and after the US Justice Department released millions of documents related to his crimes.
Zuma cleared of Epstein link
In a related article, the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party's President, Jacob Zuma's name cleared after being mentioned as being allegedly part of the Jeffrey Epstein saga. This was after reports alleged that Zuma had a meeting with the former billionaire during a state visit in the United Kingdom. SABC News journalist Sherwin Bryce-Pease clarified that Zuma did not meet with Epstein, and South Africans who supported Zuma applauded Bryce-Pease.
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Briefly News also reported that on a recent podcast, South African media personality Yanda Woods caused a stir by claiming that influencer and reality TV star Faith Nketsi had visited Jeffrey Epstein’s infamous private island, sparking heated debate and shock on social media. Woods’ comments drew mixed reactions online, with some people questioning the basis of her claim and others condemning it as unfounded.
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