The FBI redacted Donald Trump’s name and other prominent figures from the Jeffrey Epstein files during a March review, according to sources familiar with the matter. Internal directives instructed agents to flag any mention of Trump within roughly 100,000 pages of records. Despite Trump’s name appearing in Epstein’s contact book and flight logs, the Justice Department stated the review revealed no evidence linking him to criminal activity. Privacy concerns have been cited as the reason for withholding additional material, drawing criticism and renewing scrutiny of the files.
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FBI employees tasked with reviewing the Jeffrey Epstein files have been instructed to limit redactions, a directive that has sparked a flurry of speculation and concern. The exact parameters of this instruction remain unclear, fueling various interpretations and predictions about the final released documents.
Some believe the goal is to minimize redactions to protect only victims of Epstein’s alleged crimes, leaving the names of perpetrators untouched. This approach would prioritize exposing those involved in the alleged sex trafficking ring, regardless of their political affiliations or prominence.
However, a countervailing view suggests the redaction policy is far more selective, aiming to shield specific individuals or groups.… Continue reading
Appointing Betsy DeVos to lead the Department of Education, Trump aimed for its eventual dismantling, fulfilling a campaign promise to return education control to individual states. This plan, however, is projected to disproportionately impact poorer states, with varying degrees of success anticipated across different states. Trump’s vision foresees a range of outcomes, from states excelling to others struggling under the new system. The ultimate goal is to devolve educational responsibility to states, regardless of their capacity.
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