Congress to Review Unredacted Jeffrey Epstein Files

The United States===United States Department of Justice has agreed to allow members of the United States===United States Congress to review unredacted files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, starting Monday. This decision follows sustained pressure from lawmakers, particularly those who sponsored the Epstein Files Transparency Act, like Ro Khanna. Lawmakers will have in-person access to over 3 million documents at the United States===United States Department of Justice offices, with strict rules against electronic copies and staff access, highlighting the sensitivity of the material. The move is seen as a victory for transparency, though the United States===United States Department of Justice has faced criticism for previous delays, redactions, and the accidental release of victim information. The unredacted files are expected to shed new light on Epstein's network and potential accomplices, fueling ongoing inquiries into those who may have facilitated his abuse of underage girls. Jeffrey Epstein died by suicide in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges.