New Mexico Launches Probe Into Epstein's Secluded Ranch

State legislators aim to uncover past activity and potential corruption at the late financier's property.

Published on Feb. 19, 2026

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State legislators in New Mexico have launched a bipartisan investigation into past activity at a secluded desert ranch where financier and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein once entertained guests. The four-member panel will look into allegations that the ranch may have facilitated sexual abuse and sex trafficking, as well as why Epstein was not registered as a sex offender after a 2008 conviction and whether there was any corruption among public officials.

Why it matters

The investigation into Epstein's New Mexico ranch aims to shed light on the late financier's alleged criminal activities and the potential involvement of local authorities. It comes after years of rumors and allegations about the property, which has been a focus of interest for investigators but has not been thoroughly examined.

The details

The bipartisan truth commission, which includes Democratic and Republican state representatives, has subpoena power and a budget of over $2 million to conduct the investigation. They are urging any survivors or witnesses of abuse at the ranch to come forward confidentially. The commission will also look into Epstein's financial dealings and whether local officials enabled his alleged crimes.

  • Epstein purchased the Zorro Ranch in New Mexico in 1993 from former Democratic Gov. Bruce King.
  • Epstein was found dead in his Manhattan jail cell while awaiting trial in 2019 on charges that he sexually abused and trafficked dozens of underage girls.
  • The Zorro Ranch property was sold by Epstein's estate in 2023, with proceeds going to creditors.
  • In 2023, New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez ordered an investigation into financial businesses utilized by Epstein and their legal obligations.

The players

Marianna Anaya

Democratic state representative from Albuquerque and member of the truth commission.

Andrea Romero

Chairwoman of the truth commission and state representative from Santa Fe.

William Hall

Retired FBI agent and Republican state representative from Aztec, serving on the truth commission.

Andrea Reeb

Former district attorney and state representative from Clovis, serving on the truth commission.

Raúl Torrez

New Mexico Attorney General who ordered an investigation into Epstein's financial businesses in 2023.

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What they’re saying

“That perpetrator could not act alone. They could not run a sex ring alone, they could not commit these types of financial crimes alone. So we know as a commission that enablers must also be held accountable, including the state itself, if needed.”

— Marianna Anaya, State Representative (dnyuz.com)

“We've heard years of allegations and rumors about Epstein's activities here. But unfortunately, federal investigations have failed to put together an official record. This truth commission will finally fill in the gaps of what we need to know.”

— Andrea Romero, Truth Commission Chairwoman and State Representative (dnyuz.com)

What’s next

The truth commission will use its subpoena power and $2 million budget to conduct a thorough investigation into Epstein's activities at the Zorro Ranch and any potential involvement or corruption by local authorities.

The takeaway

This investigation aims to uncover the full truth about Epstein's alleged criminal activities in New Mexico and hold any enablers or corrupt officials accountable, providing long-awaited answers for survivors and the public.