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Senate Judiciary Demands Independent Review of Epstein Files

12/12/2025

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Democratic members of the Senate Judiciary Committee have requested an independent review of Jeffrey Epstein's case files before the December 19 release.
The request cites allegations that Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI Director Kash Patel ordered a major review, including searches for mentions of President Donald Trump.
The committee seeks an audit of chain of custody to ensure transparency and public trust.
Audit results are expected by January 19.

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Story summary

Democratic members of the Senate Judiciary Committee have requested an independent review of Jeffrey Epstein's case files before the December 19 release.
The request cites allegations that Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI Director Kash Patel ordered a major review, including searches for mentions of President Donald Trump.
The committee seeks an audit of chain of custody to ensure transparency and public trust.
Audit results are expected by January 19.