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Justice Department’s heavily redacted Epstein file release draws criticism from lawmakers

Justice Department’s heavily redacted Epstein file release draws criticism from lawmakers

Summary

The Justice Department has released additional documents about Jeffrey Epstein, but many parts are blacked out. The released documents do not fully meet the requirements of a recent law demanding complete disclosure.

Key Facts

  • The Justice Department released more documents on Jeffrey Epstein.
  • Many parts of these documents are blacked out, meaning they can't be read.
  • These new documents add to thousands of pages released earlier.
  • The release does not fully comply with a new law requiring full disclosure.
  • Lawmakers have criticized the incomplete release of information.
  • Congress passed this law last month to ensure transparency.

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