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House Democrats Question Disappearance of Files From DOJ's Epstein Website

House Democrats Question Disappearance of Files From DOJ's Epstein Website

Summary

Several files related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation have disappeared from the Department of Justice's website. These missing files include a notable photo featuring President Donald Trump with Epstein. House Democrats have raised questions about this disappearance and demand transparency.

Key Facts

  • 16 files have disappeared from the DOJ's online portal concerning the Epstein investigation.
  • These files were initially released under the Epstein Files Transparency Act.
  • Among the missing files is a photo showing President Trump, Epstein, Melania Trump, and Ghislaine Maxwell.
  • House Democrats, including members of the House Oversight Committee, have questioned why specific files, like file 468, are missing.
  • The White House referred inquiries to the DOJ and claimed the Trump Administration is highly transparent.
  • The missing files included images of nude paintings and the significant photo of President Trump with Epstein.
  • The situation involves ongoing exchanges between the Trump Administration and House Democrats over transparency and past connections with Epstein.

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