In a sudden turn of events, President Trump has ordered the release of Jeffrey Epstein files after initially claiming there was nothing left to probe, and directed Attorney General Pam Bondi to investigate Democrats associated with the disgraced financier. This abrupt shift follows a controversial memo from Bondi’s department in July, stating no further disclosures were warranted. Faced with a transparency bill, Trump now supports its passage and plans to sign it into law, despite previous resistance. The legislation mandates the release of unclassified Epstein-related records, but grants Bondi the authority to withhold or redact information that could harm ongoing investigations.
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The article details the dismantling of the Department of Justice by the president, as reported by The New York Times, citing accounts from former career DOJ attorneys. The administration’s actions began with pardons for January 6 rioters, leading to resignations and a diminished Public Integrity Section, reducing its capacity to prosecute cases. The fate of the Epstein files now rests with this compromised DOJ, sparking concerns over their handling, particularly from Democratic senators. Despite the bill demanding release, skepticism abounds regarding the DOJ’s commitment to transparency, given the president’s influence and past actions.
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The House overwhelmingly passed legislation to release previously sealed Epstein files, with the Senate granting unanimous consent. These files encompass materials from criminal investigations, including witness interviews, seized items, internal communications, flight logs, and connections to Epstein. This release is distinct from documents released the previous week, some of which mentioned Donald Trump, who has denied any wrongdoing in connection to Epstein. The family of Virginia Giuffre has expressed that the bill’s signing is “monumental” for survivors.
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In a recent podcast interview, Joe Rogan criticized Donald Trump’s shifting stance on the Epstein files and admitted to briefly considering the purchase of Epstein’s infamous island. Rogan mocked Trump’s sudden call for the release of the files after previously dismissing the controversy as a hoax, and also revealed he explored buying Little Saint James. Trump’s involvement in the Epstein case has been scrutinized, especially after he reversed course and directed the Justice Department and FBI to investigate Epstein’s connections to other individuals. Rogan has previously endorsed Trump but has also expressed criticism of his actions in the past.
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US Justice Department will release Epstein files within 30 days, Bondi says. Well, that’s what’s being reported, isn’t it? It seems like a pretty bold statement, considering the history of this whole situation. The implication is a trove of documents – the “Epstein files” – will be made public within the next month. But, honestly, a lot of us are approaching this with a hefty dose of skepticism, and that’s understandable.
US Justice Department will release Epstein files within 30 days, Bondi says, yet there’s a real question of what “release” actually means. It’s hard not to immediately think about the potential for redactions.… Continue reading
The Epstein Files Transparency Act, which mandates the release of Justice Department files related to Jeffrey Epstein, is poised to become law after both the House and Senate voted in favor. The bill, requiring Attorney General Pam Bondi to publicly release all Epstein-related documents within 30 days, has sparked concerns regarding potential redactions. Specifically, the legislation allows Bondi to redact certain sensitive information, such as details that could compromise ongoing investigations. The Justice Department has been contacted for comment.
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Mark Epstein, brother of the late Jeffrey Epstein, has claimed that Republicans are actively “sabotaging” the forthcoming Epstein files by removing Republican names to protect themselves. He alleges that a facility in Winchester, Virginia is being used to sanitize the files, though he does not directly accuse Donald Trump of colluding. Epstein believes that the files contain damaging information on Trump, who has been associated with his brother, potentially enough to “cancel the election” according to Epstein. Though Trump has encouraged the release of the files, he has not moved to release them unilaterally, and Mark Epstein has accused the FBI of orchestrating a cover-up.
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House Speaker Mike Johnson, after initially opposing and delaying the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files, voted in favor of the bill following pressure from former President Trump. Despite his support, Johnson expressed disappointment with the Senate’s swift approval of the bill without amendments, citing concerns about potential victim identification. The speaker had anticipated Senate amendments, based on prior conversations with Senate leaders, but those hopes were dashed when the bill passed with overwhelming support. Ultimately, the bill’s passage appears imminent, with Trump expected to sign it into law, despite Johnson’s continued reservations about its contents.
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Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer expressed a strong desire for the release of all files related to Jeffrey Epstein, distrusting the current administration’s handling of the matter. During an interview, Schumer used profanity to emphasize his distrust of the Department of Justice and other officials. This push for transparency follows a vote in the House, supported by nearly all Republicans, to release the Epstein files after a previous disagreement within the party. The renewed focus on the Epstein case stems from the DOJ’s acceptance of the circumstances surrounding his death and Trump’s reaction.
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A federal appeals court panel upheld the dismissal of Donald Trump’s $475 million defamation lawsuit against CNN, deeming his claims “unpersuasive” and “meritless.” The lawsuit stemmed from CNN’s use of the term “the Big Lie” to describe Trump’s claims of election fraud, a phrase the court found did not constitute a false statement of fact. The court rejected Trump’s argument, stating that the term was a subjective interpretation of his actions. This marks another legal defeat for Trump in his attempts to sue media outlets over their coverage of his claims.
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