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This document is a supplemental declaration from Kara Christenson, a Government Information Specialist for the Federal Bureau of Prisons, in response to a FOIA request from The New York Times Company regarding records related to Jeffrey Epstein's incarceration and death. The declaration details the records that were withheld and the FOIA exemptions that were applied, citing concerns about personal privacy, circumvention of the law, and the safety of individuals.

Subject

Supplemental Declaration of Kara Christenson

Sender

Kara Christenson

Recipients

—

Document ID

Case 1:20-cv-00833-PAE Document 39

Date

2021-01-15

All of the Returned Records were compiled for law enforcement-purposes because they were compiled in the exercise of BOP's statutory authority to detain certain individuals.

The large volume of publicity and often unfounded speculation concerning the circumstances of Epstein's death increase the likelihood that disclosure of the information withheld under Exemptions 6 and 7(C) would cause an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy.

• The need to correct previous statements made in a prior declaration suggests potential inaccuracies or oversights in the initial review process.
• The assertion of multiple FOIA exemptions to withhold information raises questions about the extent of transparency and the government's willingness to disclose information related to Epstein's death.
• The concern that releasing information could endanger the lives and physical safety of BOP employees and inmates suggests a potentially volatile and dangerous environment within the correctional facility.

• The New York Times Company is the plaintiff in the case.
• Intense media interest in and public speculation concerning Epstein's death is mentioned.

Context

This document is part of a legal case related to a FOIA request for information about Jeffrey Epstein's death, which has been a subject of intense public and media scrutiny.

Media Worthy

Yes

• FOIA exemptions being applied to withhold certain records (Exemptions 5, 6, 7(A), 7(C), 7(E), and 7(F))
• Potential for circumvention of the law if certain information is released
• Potential endangerment of life or physical safety of individuals if certain information is released
• Invasion of personal privacy if certain information is released

Legal matters/litigationCommunications/correspondence

Kara ChristensonJeffrey EpsteinRussell Capone

United States District CourtSouthern District of New YorkThe New York Times CompanyFederal Bureau of PrisonsUnited States Department of JusticeFederal Medical CenterOffice of Inspector GeneralUnited States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New YorkFederal Bureau of InvestigationMCC New York

New YorkRochester, Minnesota

Tone

Professional

Purpose

To provide a supplemental declaration in support of BOP's motion for summary judgment and in opposition to plaintiffs' cross-motion for summary judgment in a FOIA case.

Significance

This document provides details about the Federal Bureau of Prisons' response to a FOIA request from The New York Times Company regarding records related to Jeffrey Epstein's incarceration and death. It clarifies what records were withheld, why, and what exemptions were applied.

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EFTA00088630.txt

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Processed

2026-02-07T18:44:29.098332

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