US justice department to release thousands of Epstein files later, top official says

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete December 19, 2025 at 05:42 PM
US justice department to release thousands of Epstein files later, top official says

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The US Justice Department will begin releasing hundreds of thousands of pages of files related to the investigation and prosecution of Jeffrey Epstein, as mandated by the Epstein Files Transparency Act. The initial release is scheduled for Friday, with more documents expected in the coming weeks. The DOJ is redacting the files to protect the identities of victims. The release follows a bill passed by Congress and signed into law, requiring the DOJ to release all unclassified records related to the Epstein case. Prior to the official release, House Democrats have been publishing batches of documents and photos from Epstein's estate, which include images of high-profile figures.

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