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Judge Sets Epstein Files Deadline for Trump DOJ
Reagan-appointed judge orders Trump administration to release Epstein records by Sept 24 or face contempt.
In brief
Reagan-appointed judge orders Trump administration to release Epstein records by Sept 24 or face contempt. U.S. District Judge Emmet Sullivan demands Trump DOJ submit Epstein files within 24 hours or risk civil contempt proceedings. Originally reported by Newsweek.
New Deadline for Files
U.S. District Judge Emmet Sullivan orders trump administration to release remaining epstein files by sept 24.
Judge's Warning
Continued noncompliance could lead to civil contempt proceedings against attorney general blanche.
Redaction Dispute
Justice department claims victims' names were redacted but court demands proof of victim identities.
Specific Files Ordered
Fbi handwritten notes and foreign-language materials must be released by sept 24.
Congressional Pressure
Rep thomas massie names 14 people for epstein investigation despite no criminal charges.
“Thomas Massie Names 14 People He Says Should Be Investigated Over Epstein”
Next Steps
If doj fails to comply, judge may impose civil contempt proceedings.
What to remember
U.S. District Judge Emmet Sullivan demands Trump DOJ submit Epstein files within 24 hours or risk civil contempt proceedings.
