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More than a million Epstein-related documents discovered; release delayed

More than a million Epstein-related documents discovered; release delayed

Summary

More than a million documents related to Jeffrey Epstein have been found by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). The documents are being reviewed, and their release will be delayed by a few weeks. The DOJ aims to follow a new law requiring them to share information on Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.

Key Facts

  • Over a million documents related to Jeffrey Epstein were found by the DOJ.
  • The release of these documents is delayed due to the need for careful review.
  • The DOJ is following the Epstein Files Transparency Act, a new law.
  • The DOJ is redacting, or hiding, sensitive information to protect victims.
  • 12 U.S. senators urged a review of the DOJ's delay in releasing files.
  • The DOJ states the delay is to ensure victim protection.
  • More documents have been released in batches recently, despite the delay.

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