Former CIA officer John Kiriakou suggested on Fox News that the 'Deep State' probably destroyed Epstein files, but this claim is based on speculation without concrete evidence.
A Former CIA Officer has just come out and said the DEEP STATE “probably DESTROYED” the EPSTEIN FILES.

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What the Evidence Shows
The claim that a former CIA officer has stated the 'Deep State' probably destroyed the Epstein files is supported by multiple sources attributing this statement to John Kiriakou. He appeared on Fox News and expressed skepticism about the official narrative, suggesting that the files were likely destroyed by a shadowy group he refers to as the 'Deep State' before certain FBI officials could access them.
However, this assertion is presented as a theory or opinion rather than a verified fact. Kiriakou himself does not provide direct evidence for the destruction of the files, and his comments are framed as his personal belief based on his experience with intelligence operations. The sources reporting this are primarily Pravda and The Gateway Pundit, which are known for publishing controversial or less mainstream viewpoints, and the Times of India also covered his statements.
There is no independent confirmation or official investigation results cited that substantiate the claim that the files were destroyed by any 'Deep State' entity. Therefore, while the statement was indeed made by a former CIA officer, it remains speculative and lacks corroboration, making the claim misleading if presented as an established fact.