How to Write a Spotlight Investigation Post

How to Write a Spotlight Post

Spotlight posts are deep-dive investigations into key figures in the Epstein network. Every Spotlight should follow this template for consistency and quality.

Required Sections

1. Header

SPOTLIGHT: [Full Name] — [Short Descriptor]
Example: SPOTLIGHT: Prince Andrew — Royal Connections

2. Summary (2-3 sentences)

Who is this person and why are they relevant to the Epstein case?

3. Background

  • Full name, date of birth, nationality
  • Professional role / public position
  • How they are connected to Epstein (and when the connection began)

4. Key Evidence

List specific documents, flight logs, photos, or testimony that link this person to Epstein. Always include source links.

Evidence Type Description Source
Flight log 3 flights on N908JE, 2002-2003 Flight records
Deposition Named in Giuffre deposition, p.47 Doc #1234

5. Timeline of Involvement

Chronological list of key dates connecting this person to Epstein.

6. Network Connections

Who else in the Epstein network is this person connected to? Link to their Spotlight posts if they exist.

7. Current Status

Where are they now? Any ongoing legal proceedings?

8. Sources

Numbered list of all sources cited.

Quality Standards

  • Primary sources only — Court documents, official records, verified journalism
  • No speculation — Label analysis clearly as such
  • Person tags — Tag with the relevant person name (e.g., prince-andrew)
  • Evidence quality tags — Use verified, needs-verification, or circumstantial

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