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DOJ Signals Appeal of Epstein Files Unredaction Ruling

8/25/2026

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U.S. Department of Justice signaled it will appeal the ruling ordering unredaction of Epstein files.
A June preliminary injunction required the DOJ to release eight emails about a torture video.
The order also demanded disclosure of interviews with a woman alleging President Donald Trump assaulted her as a minor.
Judge Emmit Sullivan gave the DOJ 60 days to appeal and warned of contempt for non-compliance.

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U.S. Department of Justice signaled it will appeal the ruling ordering unredaction of Epstein files.
A June preliminary injunction required the DOJ to release eight emails about a torture video.
The order also demanded disclosure of interviews with a woman alleging President Donald Trump assaulted her as a minor.
Judge Emmit Sullivan gave the DOJ 60 days to appeal and warned of contempt for non-compliance.