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Justice Department’s watchdog is reviewing compliance with the law mandating Epstein files release

Apr 23, 2026, 9:24 AM

FILE - This March 28, 2017, photo provided by the New York State Sex Offender Registry shows Jeffre...

FILE - This March 28, 2017, photo provided by the New York State Sex Offender Registry shows Jeffrey Epstein. (New York State Sex Offender Registry via AP, File)
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(New York State Sex Offender Registry via AP, File)

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WASHINGTON (AP) — The Department of Justice’s internal watchdog said Thursday that it is reviewing the department’s compliance with the law mandating the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files.

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Justice Department’s watchdog is reviewing compliance with the law mandating Epstein files release