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Justice Dept. Defends Limited Epstein File Release Amid Criticism

12/22/2025

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Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche defended the Justice Department's limited release of Jeffrey Epstein files to protect victims.
Some files, including a photo of U.S. President Donald Trump with Epstein, were temporarily removed for redaction.
Democratic lawmakers, including Rep. Jamie Raskin, accused the department of obstructing transparency.
Blanche dismissed impeachment threats against Attorney General Pam Bondi.

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Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche defended the Justice Department's limited release of Jeffrey Epstein files to protect victims.
Some files, including a photo of U.S. President Donald Trump with Epstein, were temporarily removed for redaction.
Democratic lawmakers, including Rep. Jamie Raskin, accused the department of obstructing transparency.
Blanche dismissed impeachment threats against Attorney General Pam Bondi.