WASHINGTON, DC — Republican senators are urging Attorney General Pam Bondi not to delay the public release of Jeffrey Epstein–related documents after Congress overwhelmingly passed the Epstein Files Transparency Act. Their warnings follow concerns that the Justice Department may cite ongoing investigations as grounds to hold back key records.
Bondi said Wednesday that “new information” had prompted the reopening of previously closed inquiries tied to Epstein. Democrats worry those investigations—particularly into high-profile figures such as former President Bill Clinton and former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers—may be used to justify withholding videos or documents connected to Epstein’s properties.
Sen. Lisa Murkowski of Alaska cautioned that the public would feel “duped” if the department resorts to broad exemptions, emphasizing the 427–1 House vote and the Senate’s unanimous consent. Sen. Thom Tillis of North Carolina echoed that sentiment, saying a “blanket hold” would generate significant backlash, though he acknowledged the need to protect active investigative work.
Sen. John Kennedy of Louisiana said the department must meet expectations, predicting the first batch of documents could arrive shortly after Thanksgiving. Sen. Eric Schmitt of Missouri added that all credible material “should be released.”
Bondi said the Justice Department will “follow the law” and noted that 33,000 documents have already been provided to Congress. Democrats remain skeptical, citing past contradictions and alleging political motives behind the new investigations.
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