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* missing DOJ Files: At least 16 files related to the Jeffrey Epstein case disappeared from the Department of Justice website. These included a photo of Donald Trump with Epstein, Melania Trump, and Ghislaine Maxwell.
* Reason for Removal: The DOJ claims the files were removed to protect the identities of Epstein’s victims, who were also depicted in some of the images. They intend to repost the files after redactions are made.
* Trump’s Involvement: The DOJ insists the removal wasn’t targeted at Trump, noting many other photos of him with Epstein have already been released.
* Ongoing inquiry: The DOJ is still reviewing the released documents and has recently identified more potential victims.
* Ghislaine Maxwell’s Transfer: The transfer of Maxwell to a minimum-security prison was justified by safety concerns due to threats against her life.
* Potential Impeachment: Representatives Ro Khanna (D-CA) and Thomas Massie (R-KY) are considering drafting articles of impeachment against Attorney General Pam Bondi due to perceived failures in complying with the Epstein Files Transparency Act and excessive redactions.
* Transparency Concerns: Ther’s widespread concern about the level of redaction in the released documents and a feeling that the DOJ isn’t being fully transparent.
