New Mexico Lawmakers Push ‘Truth Commission’ to Investigate Jeffrey Epstein’s Desert Ranch

New Mexico Lawmakers Advocate for ‘Truth Commission’ on Jeffrey Epstein’s Desert Ranch

A remote desert ranch in New Mexico, once owned by convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, is under renewed examination as state lawmakers push to investigate its history. The property, known as Zorro Ranch, includes a private runway and a large mansion located roughly 35 miles south of Santa Fe.

Proposal for Investigation

Democratic state Representative Andrea Romero of Santa Fe announced on Thursday a proposal to allocate $2.5 million for a “truth commission” to explore events linked to Epstein’s ownership of the ranch.

“This commission will specifically seek the truth about what officials knew, how crimes were unreported or reported, and how the state can ensure that this essentially never happens again,” Romero stated. “There’s no complete record of what occurred.”

Concerns from Survivors and Law Enforcement

Romero emphasized that survivors have suggested Epstein’s sex trafficking activities extended to the ranch. However, insufficient information exists to guarantee protections against future abuse in such locations.

Epstein purchased Zorro Ranch in 1993 from former Democratic Governor Bruce King and developed a 26,700-square-foot mansion on the site. In 2023, the estate sold the property, with proceeds distributed to creditors.

Although Epstein was never charged in New Mexico, the state attorney general’s office confirmed in 2019 that it had interviewed potential victims connected to the ranch.

Summary

New Mexico legislators aim to uncover the full scope of crimes linked to Jeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch through a funded commission, addressing gaps in past investigations and safeguarding against future abuses.

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