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Epstein Files Transparency Act Awaits Trump's Signature

11/19/2025

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The Epstein Files Transparency Act passed Congress and awaits signature by U.S. President Donald Trump.
The bill requires the U.S. Department of Justice to release Epstein and Maxwell files within 30 days.
Attorney General Pam Bondi may redact information that jeopardizes ongoing investigations.
Critics fear the administration may withhold documents over Epstein's ties to Democrats.
The release process remains unclear, with methods possibly including submission to Congress or online publication.

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The Epstein Files Transparency Act passed Congress and awaits signature by U.S. President Donald Trump.
The bill requires the U.S. Department of Justice to release Epstein and Maxwell files within 30 days.
Attorney General Pam Bondi may redact information that jeopardizes ongoing investigations.
Critics fear the administration may withhold documents over Epstein's ties to Democrats.
The release process remains unclear, with methods possibly including submission to Congress or online publication.