And what intelligence agency would not withdraw their agents when they see an operation in serious danger? The SDNY is not as easily intimidated as the Florida office by someone chanting "national security" at them, they deal with this sort of thing all the time. So while they might be willing to compromise and help the intel people cover their tracks, Epstein himself is clearly going to be prosecuted this time. The publicity alone puts all of his "associates" (handlers) in danger, though. So it's time to close up shop.