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Rep. Mace Slams DOJ, Demands Epstein Document Transparency

2/16/2026

Summary

Story summary

Rep. Nancy Mace intensified her criticism of Attorney General Pam Bondi over the DOJ's handling of Jeffrey Epstein files.
She rejected Bondi's claim that all relevant documents have been released.
Mace said the DOJ's justifications for withholding information are legally unsound.
She accused the DOJ of monitoring lawmakers' searches of the Epstein documents.
The dispute reflects bipartisan frustration with the DOJ's actions.

History

Historical Context

The scrutiny of the Department of Justice (DOJ) regarding its handling of sensitive information dates back to 2016, when it faced criticism for withholding over 1,000 documents related to Hillary Clinton's investigation. This ongoing concern for transparency resurfaced in 2025, as Representative Nancy Mace criticized Attorney General Pam Bondi over the DOJ's management of Jeffrey Epstein files, highlighting persistent demands for accountability in government oversight.

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Story summary

Rep. Nancy Mace intensified her criticism of Attorney General Pam Bondi over the DOJ's handling of Jeffrey Epstein files.
She rejected Bondi's claim that all relevant documents have been released.
Mace said the DOJ's justifications for withholding information are legally unsound.
She accused the DOJ of monitoring lawmakers' searches of the Epstein documents.
The dispute reflects bipartisan frustration with the DOJ's actions.

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