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American Oversight Sues Acting AG Blanche Over Epstein Records

7/7/2026

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American Oversight sued to obtain Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s emails and texts on Jeffrey Epstein files before Senate confirmation.
Blanche’s handling of Epstein records is under scrutiny as confirmation hearing starts July 15.
Justice Department says lawsuit bypasses FOIA and disrupts agencies.
Former Attorney General Pamela Bondi testified Blanche supervised a review with references to President Donald Trump.
Senator Ron Wyden said Blanche blocked release after missing July 2 deadline.

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American Oversight sued to obtain Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s emails and texts on Jeffrey Epstein files before Senate confirmation.
Blanche’s handling of Epstein records is under scrutiny as confirmation hearing starts July 15.
Justice Department says lawsuit bypasses FOIA and disrupts agencies.
Former Attorney General Pamela Bondi testified Blanche supervised a review with references to President Donald Trump.
Senator Ron Wyden said Blanche blocked release after missing July 2 deadline.