Justice Department publishes some missing Epstein files related to Trump
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The Justice Department has released more Jeffrey Epstein files, including some related to allegations against Donald Trump.
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The Justice Department has published additional Epstein files concerning allegations that President Trump sexually abused a minor. This release follows an NPR investigation which found dozens of pages related to the matter had been previously withheld. The newly disclosed documents offer further insight into the ongoing scrutiny surrounding the late Jeffrey Epstein's network and associated allegations. This development underscores the continued public and journalistic pressure for transparency regarding these sensitive investigations.
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The Justice Department has published additional Epstein files related to allegations against President Trump.
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