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AG Bondi Under Fire Over Epstein Files Handling

2/13/2026

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Bondi Faces Scrutiny

During a congressional hearing, Attorney General Pam Bondi faced scrutiny over the DOJ's handling of Jeffrey Epstein's files.
Survivors described the redactions as reckless and said they jeopardized safety.
Bondi expressed regret for victims but did not apologize when pressed by Democrats.
Rep. Thomas Massie highlighted failures in protecting victim identities.
Rep. Jamie Raskin noted U.S. President Donald Trump’s name appears in unredacted files, raising questions about his Epstein connections.

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Jordan Faces Backlash

Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) drew criticism after stating individuals do not have the right to disrupt Congress.
He previously supported efforts to overturn the 2020 election.
He voted against certifying the election.
Jordan said the January 6 Capitol riot was wrong.
The House Select Committee identified him as a significant player, citing his communications with the White House about potential pardons for involved Republicans.

History

Historical Context

The 2019 investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's death revealed significant failures in the U.S. justice system, prompting Attorney General William Barr to order inquiries into the circumstances surrounding his suicide. This scrutiny intensified amid ongoing debates about accountability in government, particularly following the January 6 Capitol riot, where actions by lawmakers like Rep. Jim Jordan raised concerns about political integrity and transparency.

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Bondi Faces Scrutiny

During a congressional hearing, Attorney General Pam Bondi faced scrutiny over the DOJ's handling of Jeffrey Epstein's files.
Survivors described the redactions as reckless and said they jeopardized safety.
Bondi expressed regret for victims but did not apologize when pressed by Democrats.
Rep. Thomas Massie highlighted failures in protecting victim identities.
Rep. Jamie Raskin noted U.S. President Donald Trump’s name appears in unredacted files, raising questions about his Epstein connections.

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