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Jul 2, 2026

DOJ Refuses to Release Redacted Epstein Files Despite Federal Judge's Order

The Department of Justice is defying a federal judge's order to either release redacted information from Jeffrey Epstein investigative files or explain why it won't, with the Trump administration requesting more time and arguing that releasing documents would harm victims.

Jul 2, 2026·3 sources
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  • ▪Katie Phang filed a lawsuit against the Department of Justice on April 27, 2026, in Washington, D.C., over the limited release of Jeffrey Epstein files
  • ▪Ghislaine Maxwell was convicted of sex trafficking a minor to Jeffrey Epstein and is serving a 20-year federal prison sentence
  • ▪Katie Phang accused Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche of redacting names from emails discussing a torture video and sex with underage girls

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Criminal investigation1Government transparency1Judicial oversight1

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