The U.S. Department of Justice's February 2026 release of three million Epstein files, including evidence lists, emails, and island renovation plans for Little St. James, has fueled trader focus on confirmed visitors, with Commerce Secretary nominee Howard Lutnick publicly admitting a 2012 lunch visit there—contradicting prior claims of severed ties. While documents mention prominent figures via communications or associations, verifiable island-specific proof remains limited to flight logs, photos, testimony, or self-confirmations, distinguishing it from broader Epstein flight manifests. No major developments have emerged in the past 30 days, but additional federal file phases or congressional hearings could surface evidence before the June 30, 2026, resolution deadline.