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Are all Epstein files released?

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No, not all Epstein files have been released. The Justice Department has only made a partial release, with many documents heavily redacted or withheld to protect victims and ongoing investigations. Lawmakers and survivors criticize the incomplete disclosure and are calling for hearings, legal action, and further releases to ensure full transparency.

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U.S. Justice Department releases new trove of Epstein files

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  • DOJ releases new Epstein files, many heavily redacted
  • Rep. Ro Khanna threatens contempt vote over limited file release 26s
  • Photos of public figures, including Clinton and Trump, included in files 17s
  • 1996 report shows survivor Maria Farmer reported child pornography 1m 8s
  • Epstein survivors plan to urge Congress for full file release 1m 29s

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U.S. Justice Department releases new trove of Epstein files
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CBS News
2 days ago
U.S. Justice Department releases new trove of Epstein files

Rep. Ro Khanna criticizes the DOJ for releasing only a fraction of the Epstein files, many heavily redacted, and threatens to hold the Attorney General in contempt if more files are not made public.

Epstein files redactions draw criticism from lawmakers, survivors
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CBS News
3 days ago
Epstein files redactions draw criticism from lawmakers, survivors

At least 550 pages are fully blacked out, and only a small portion of the files have been released, despite a legal deadline. Lawmakers and survivors argue the DOJ has not fully complied with the law.

Epstein files pulled down to 'protect victims'
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CBS News
4 days ago
Epstein files pulled down to 'protect victims'

At least 15 documents released have been taken down from the DOJ's website. The Justice Department acknowledges the release is incomplete and more documents could be removed as review continues.

Justice Department releases more Epstein documents Saturday
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CBS News
5 days ago
Justice Department releases more Epstein documents Saturday

Lawmakers from both parties argue the delay and omissions violate federal law. Over 500 pages are fully redacted, and at least 15 documents have disappeared from the DOJ's website without explanation.

'Partial' release of Epstein files faces criticism
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CBC News
5 days ago
'Partial' release of Epstein files faces criticism

Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche defended the release as a first step, promising more documents would be released by the end of the year, citing the Department's inability to review all materials in time.

Thousands of new Epstein files, photos released
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5 days ago
Thousands of new Epstein files, photos released

Many records are heavily redacted, and survivors express concern that the redactions protect powerful individuals. A bipartisan group in Congress is calling for hearings and legal action to force more information to be released.

Epstein files: Multiple Clinton photos, few Trump mentions so far
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CBC News
6 days ago
Epstein files: Multiple Clinton photos, few Trump mentions so far

The high number of redactions and incomplete document release has prompted swift response, despite bipartisan legislation mandating full disclosure. The Department of Justice says more files will be released.

Justice Department releases trove of Epstein files hours before deadline
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CBS America
6 days ago
Justice Department releases trove of Epstein files hours before deadline

The Justice Department released thousands of Epstein-related items, but not all required materials were included. Much of the information is heavily redacted, and survivors say the records remain incomplete.

Trump official says only part of Epstein files will be released today
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6 days ago
Trump official says only part of Epstein files will be released today

Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche stated that only a partial release of Epstein files is occurring, with more documents expected in coming weeks. This does not comply with the new law requiring full release.

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