Justice Department's Epstein Files Release Mostly Pictures of Redacted Black Boxes
KEY POINTS
- •The Justice Department released thousands of heavily redacted Epstein files on Friday, meeting a legal deadline but drawing criticism.
- •Photos of celebrities including Bill Clinton, Michael Jackson, and Richard Branson appeared, though many lacked context or proof of wrongdoing.
- •Democrats and Republicans criticized Attorney General Pam Bondi as more files continue to be released in staggered batches.
On a grand Friday evening finale, the Justice Department trotted out thousands of Epstein files—mostly photos, heavily blacked out to thwart victim-ID, thanks to the Epstein Files Transparency Act signed by President Trump in 'last month' (because ticking clocks sure scream urgency). Featured were photos of Bill Clinton, Michael Jackson, Mick Jagger, and a very knowing Richard Branson, none of which come with dates or captions. A 119-page document not only goes dark but apparently moonlights as a blackout curtain. Notably, 1996 FBI memos reveal Maria Farmer’s early complaints, while Democrats and Republicans alike throw shade at Attorney General Bondi for the slow drip of revelations. Also spotlighted: Trump, whose main contribution was a photo in a desk drawer, presumably hiding in plain sight.
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Releasing Epstein files like a Netflix series nobody asked to binge: lots of mysterious black boxes, familiar faces, and a slow drip of 'new' info as if suspense actually helps justice.
Epstein files release: like a magician's grand finale—now you see evidence, now you mostly see redactions and celebrity cameos.
Justice Dept drops Epstein docs batch by batch, apparently treating transparency like a fine crowdfunding campaign—pay more, get all the files later.
Source: Businessinsider | Published: 12/20/2025 | Author: Nathan Rennolds,Kaja Whitehouse
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