Federal judge orders DOJ to unredact Epstein files or explain redactions by July 2.
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Federal judge orders DOJ to unredact Epstein files or explain redactions by July 2.

U.S. District Judge Emmet Sullivan issued a preliminary injunction ordering the Justice Department to release unredacted versions of several Epstein-related files or show cause why it cannot. The ruling came in response to a lawsuit by journalist Katie Phang after the DOJ missed a court deadline to respond. The order covers emails about a "torture video," co-conspirator names, and FBI interview notes with a woman who accused President Trump of abuse as a minor.

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All outlets report the same core ruling, but the Trump-related allegations receive more prominent placement in some coverage than others, while the torture video emails are treated as a secondary detail across the board.
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HThe HillCENTER2h ago

“Judge orders DOJ to produce, unredact sought after Epstein files”

CBSCBS NewsLEFT-CENTER1h ago

“Judge orders DOJ to either unredact more Epstein files or explain why it can't”

WEWashington ExaminerRIGHT26m ago

“Judge orders DOJ to unredact Epstein files related to Trump and 'torture video'”

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