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DOJ Official's Epstein Claims Ignite Controversy and Criticism

9/5/2025

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Attorney General Pam Bondi's department faced criticism after a DOJ official discussed manipulating Epstein files to shield Republicans.
Joseph Schnitt, on a date with an undercover operative, claimed the DOJ would redact Republican names.
Schnitt highlighted internal conflict between Bondi and FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino regarding the Epstein files' release.
The DOJ stated Schnitt's comments reflected personal opinions, not departmental processes.
Survivors of Epstein sought justice, while Trump labeled the issue a "Democratic hoax."

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Attorney General Pam Bondi's department faced criticism after a DOJ official discussed manipulating Epstein files to shield Republicans.
Joseph Schnitt, on a date with an undercover operative, claimed the DOJ would redact Republican names.
Schnitt highlighted internal conflict between Bondi and FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino regarding the Epstein files' release.
The DOJ stated Schnitt's comments reflected personal opinions, not departmental processes.
Survivors of Epstein sought justice, while Trump labeled the issue a "Democratic hoax."