The Journalist Who Exposed Jeffery Epstein: Julie K. Brown

The Journalist Who Exposed Jeffrey Epstein

Join the First Amendment Foundation for a special evening with Pulitzer Prize Special Citation recipient Julie K. Brown, the investigative journalist whose reporting reignited the Jeffrey Epstein case and helped expose one of the most consequential failures of accountability in modern American history.

In 2026, Brown received a Pulitzer Prize Special Citation for her reporting that exposed Jeffrey Epstein's systematic abuse of young women, the justice system that protected him, and the network of associates and enablers that allowed it to continue.

Through her groundbreaking Miami Herald investigation, Perversion of Justice, Brown uncovered how Epstein received extraordinary protection from the justice system despite years of allegations and evidence from victims. Her reporting gave voice to survivors, revealed the powerful network that shielded him, and helped bring renewed public scrutiny to a case many believed had been buried.

In 2026, Brown received a Pulitzer Prize Special Citation recognizing her reporting that exposed Epstein's systematic abuse of young women, the justice system that protected him, and the network of associates and enablers that allowed the abuse to continue. Her work has been credited with helping reignite investigations that ultimately led to renewed scrutiny of the Epstein case around the world.

Brown will be joined by Orlando Sentinel columnist Scott Maxwell for a candid conversation about how the investigation unfolded, the obstacles she faced in pursuing the story, what the Epstein files revealed, and why questions surrounding power, accountability, transparency, and justice continue to resonate today.

This is a rare opportunity to hear directly from the journalist whose reporting changed the course of one of the most significant investigations of our time.

A 15% discount is available for LWV members. Contact chazmahn@gmail.com for the applicable code.

Event Details

Date: October 7, 2026

Time: 6:00 PM

Tickets: $75

Location: Winter Park Events Center
1050 W Morse Blvd
Winter Park, FL 32789

Presented by the First Amendment Foundation, defending your rights to speak, hear, and know since 1985.

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The First Amendment Foundation gratefully recognizes the organizations and individuals whose generous support makes this event possible and advances our mission to protect and promote the public’s constitutional right to know.

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