A newly released video from the U.S. Department of Justice is drawing renewed attention to the mindset of Jeffrey Epstein, following a major release of materials connected to long-running investigations into his activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The footage, which had not previously been made public, shows a lengthy interview conducted by Steve Bannon, a former adviser to President Donald Trump. The conversation appears to have been filmed at Epstein\u2019s New York residence sometime after his 2008 conviction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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As part of a large document release that included thousands of videos and images, one exchange from the interview has generated widespread discussion. During the conversation, Epstein is asked whether he believes he could be compared to the devil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cNo, but I do have a good mirror,\u201d Epstein replied, smiling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When pressed further, he appeared briefly uncomfortable and responded, \u201cI don\u2019t know. Why would you say that?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bannon suggested that Epstein displayed traits often associated with manipulation and control. Epstein questioned the comparison and stated, \u201cThe devil scares me.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Minimizing wrongdoing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Elsewhere in the interview, Epstein appeared to downplay the seriousness of his criminal record. When described as a high-level sexual predator, he disagreed with the label.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cNo, I\u2019m the lowest,\u201d he said, while acknowledging that he was a criminal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Discussion of wealth and ethics<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The interview also touched on Epstein\u2019s finances and professional relationships. When questioned about whether his wealth was ethically questionable, Epstein denied wrongdoing and said he believed moral judgments were complex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cEthics is always a complicated subject,\u201d he said, adding that charitable donations could still have positive outcomes regardless of their source.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Why the footage is resurfacing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Epstein was arrested in July 2019 on federal charges related to sex trafficking and died by suicide in August of that year while awaiting trial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The interview became public following the passage of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which Congress approved unanimously and President Donald Trump signed into law in November 2025. The legislation led to the release of a large volume of previously sealed investigative material.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For many observers, the interview provides insight into how Epstein viewed himself \u2014 and how he responded when confronted with criticism. One remark in particular has stood out to viewers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cNo, but I do have a good mirror.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n