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Department of Justice is reviewing over 5.2 million Jeffrey Epstein files

Department of Justice is reviewing over 5.2 million Jeffrey Epstein files

Summary

The Department of Justice is going through 5.2 million documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender. They are also adding more lawyers to make sure they meet a law that requires releasing these documents.

Key Facts

  • The Department of Justice is reviewing 5.2 million documents about Jeffrey Epstein.
  • Jeffrey Epstein was a convicted sex offender.
  • The review also includes files about Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein's longtime girlfriend.
  • The Department of Justice is increasing the number of lawyers working on this task.
  • The review has already gone past a legal deadline set by Congress.

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