Epstein files lay bare a deeper rot in the American elite

The Financial Times opinion piece argues that the Epstein dossier widens public outrage into a critique of America’s ruling class, revealing an expansive network across presidents, financiers, royals, and celebrities. It contends that only full disclosure of the remaining files can usher accountability and restore a culture of shame, as the Epstein affair exposes systemic enablement rather than isolated misconduct.