Epstein Files: DOJ Faces Scrutiny Over Slow Release, Reveals Hiring of Hundreds of Experts
Less than 1% of the Epstein files have been made public, with only 12,285 documents having been released.
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has disclosed only 0.009% of the alleged Epstein files, despite a federal law requiring the release of most documents by December 19th. According to a court document, just 12,285 of the 125,575 pages have been made public so far.
To comply with the Epstein Files Transparency Act, the agency is hiring hundreds of attorneys and FBI experts to review the extensive materials and sensitive victim information. Attorney General Pam Bondi and Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche attributed the slower-than-expected release to the complexity of redacting and verifying sensitive content.
However, Democrats are pressuring the Justice Department to accelerate the release of the documents. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer questioned the reasons behind the delay, stating, "What are they trying to hide?" The DOJ has released documents stemming from investigations into Epstein, but these files are heavily redacted to protect victim identities and sensitive content.
The agency has acknowledged that there is still a significant amount of work to be done, with over 2 million records yet to be reviewed. While the DOJ has not provided a specific date for the full release, it has emphasized the need for cautious redaction to protect victims and adhere to legal requirements.
