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Senator Paul Slams Redacted Epstein Files Release as Mistake

12/22/2025

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Senator Rand Paul (R-Ky.) criticized the Trump administration for releasing heavily redacted Jeffrey Epstein files, calling it a "big mistake."
In an ABC News interview, he warned the partial release could invite ongoing scrutiny and urged full transparency.
The Epstein-related files were released by the Justice Department after the Epstein Files Transparency Act established a 30-day disclosure deadline.
Critics say the redactions may violate the law's requirements.

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Senator Rand Paul (R-Ky.) criticized the Trump administration for releasing heavily redacted Jeffrey Epstein files, calling it a "big mistake."
In an ABC News interview, he warned the partial release could invite ongoing scrutiny and urged full transparency.
The Epstein-related files were released by the Justice Department after the Epstein Files Transparency Act established a 30-day disclosure deadline.
Critics say the redactions may violate the law's requirements.