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US lawmakers slam Pam Bondi over administration’s handling of Epstein files

US lawmakers slam Pam Bondi over administration’s handling of Epstein files

Summary

U.S. lawmakers questioned Attorney General Pam Bondi about her department's handling of files related to Jeffrey Epstein during a hearing. The focus was on the heavy redaction of these files and the lack of meetings with Epstein's victims. Some lawmakers criticized President Trump's administration for not being transparent about Epstein's documents.

Key Facts

  • Attorney General Pam Bondi was questioned by U.S. lawmakers about the Jeffrey Epstein files.
  • The hearing was named “Oversight of the US Department of Justice” but focused on the Epstein case.
  • Democratic lawmakers criticized Bondi for alleged cover-up and not supporting Epstein's victims.
  • President Trump's administration faced criticism for withholding or heavily redacting Epstein documents.
  • Women who accused Epstein and their families attended the hearing.
  • A new law, the Epstein Files Transparency Act, requires the release of all documents related to Epstein, but allows some redactions.
  • Some lawmakers claim the released documents still have too many redactions.
  • Bondi defended her actions and accused Democrats of political motives.
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