US Justice Department Fails to Meet Epstein File Deadline, Leaving Victims in Limbo
A month has passed since the US Justice Department was supposed to release all files related to Jeffrey Epstein's investigation, a deadline mandated by Congress. However, despite repeated warnings from lawmakers and advocates for victims, the department has yet to comply with the federal law.
The Epstein Files Transparency Act, signed into law by President Donald Trump in 2019, required the release of investigative files within 30 days of its passage. Despite the urgency of this deadline, only a fraction of the expected files have been released so far. According to the Justice Department, approximately 12,000 documents were uploaded to their website on January 5, totaling around 125,575 pages.
Despite the lack of progress, advocates for Epstein's victims are growing increasingly frustrated with the department's failure to comply with federal law. "It has never been about the victims," said Lisa Bloom, a lawyer representing 11 Epstein survivors. "It's about powerful men covering up for each other, and that cover-up continues."
Jennifer Plotkin of Merson Law, which represents nearly three dozen Epstein survivors, echoed similar sentiments, stating that the government is "avoiding accountability" and "disregarding the victims." Gloria Allred, an attorney representing more than 20 Epstein survivors, called on a judge to question Justice Department attorneys about their inaction.
The delay has left many Epstein victims feeling frustrated and helpless. "For many of the victims, they are tired of the excuses," said Allred. "There have been three decades of denial of justice for survivors of Jeffrey Epstein, and the pattern of denial continues."
Lawmakers are now calling on a special master or inspector general to oversee compliance with the deadline. Jennifer Freeman, who represents an Epstein victim named Maria Farmer, emphasized the importance of restoring public trust in federal institutions.
The Justice Department's failure to meet this deadline has raised questions about their commitment to transparency and accountability. As one advocate pointed out, "Justice delayed is justice denied."
A month has passed since the US Justice Department was supposed to release all files related to Jeffrey Epstein's investigation, a deadline mandated by Congress. However, despite repeated warnings from lawmakers and advocates for victims, the department has yet to comply with the federal law.
The Epstein Files Transparency Act, signed into law by President Donald Trump in 2019, required the release of investigative files within 30 days of its passage. Despite the urgency of this deadline, only a fraction of the expected files have been released so far. According to the Justice Department, approximately 12,000 documents were uploaded to their website on January 5, totaling around 125,575 pages.
Despite the lack of progress, advocates for Epstein's victims are growing increasingly frustrated with the department's failure to comply with federal law. "It has never been about the victims," said Lisa Bloom, a lawyer representing 11 Epstein survivors. "It's about powerful men covering up for each other, and that cover-up continues."
Jennifer Plotkin of Merson Law, which represents nearly three dozen Epstein survivors, echoed similar sentiments, stating that the government is "avoiding accountability" and "disregarding the victims." Gloria Allred, an attorney representing more than 20 Epstein survivors, called on a judge to question Justice Department attorneys about their inaction.
The delay has left many Epstein victims feeling frustrated and helpless. "For many of the victims, they are tired of the excuses," said Allred. "There have been three decades of denial of justice for survivors of Jeffrey Epstein, and the pattern of denial continues."
Lawmakers are now calling on a special master or inspector general to oversee compliance with the deadline. Jennifer Freeman, who represents an Epstein victim named Maria Farmer, emphasized the importance of restoring public trust in federal institutions.
The Justice Department's failure to meet this deadline has raised questions about their commitment to transparency and accountability. As one advocate pointed out, "Justice delayed is justice denied."
This is getting old... can't these people just deliver the files already?! 
30 days? Easy peasy. Victims deserve answers, not more excuses 
! It's been a month since they were supposed to be out there and I'm starting to lose patience with the Justice Department's excuses. I mean, 12,000 docs out of 125,575 pages? That's still a fraction of what we should have seen by now 
. Three decades of denial of justice is just not okay and it's time for someone to hold the Justice Department accountable 
. I think a special master or inspector general would be a great idea - maybe they can finally get some things done 
It's like they're trying to cover up something or just don't care about the victims' pain & suffering 
. The lawyers representing the survivors are getting all frustrated & fed up with the lack of progress 
The delay is leaving everyone feeling helpless and it's time for some serious accountability 
. Can't wait to see what happens next... 
. I don't trust anyone who claims they're doing this for the victims when it's clear they're just covering their own backsides.
. The government is stonewalling us, literally. 12,000 documents is not enough? I mean, what's the real story they're hiding? And don't even get me started on the fact that only 125,575 pages out of 125,575 were uploaded... like, what's the deal with that? 
They're just trying to sweep this under the rug and avoid accountability. Mark my words, there's more to this Epstein thing than meets the eye 
. I mean, think about it, if they can't even get their act together to release all the files on time, what else are they hiding? 
It's all just a big web of deceit and corruption, in my opinion 
. 12k docs uploaded in Jan? That's a drop in the ocean for 125k pages 
. And all these lawyers saying it's about powerful men covering up... yeah, that sounds pretty suspicious to me 
. Why can't they just get it together and release everything like they're supposed to? It's been months now and victims are still feeling frustrated and helpless 
I'm not surprised that the US Justice Department can't even be bothered to release all the files related to Jeffrey Epstein's investigation on time. I mean, who needs deadlines when you've got powerful people to protect? 
. But nope, they're dragging their feet like usual 
. Anyways, it's time someone held them accountable 
.
. I mean, I get that there might be some sensitive info, but 30 days isn't exactly forever 
. These advocates for the victims are totally in the right to be frustrated - they shouldn't have to deal with this bureaucratic red tape while their loved ones are still hurting 
... just get the files out already! & if that means having a special master or inspector general to keep them on track, then so be it 
. Transparency & accountability should be a no-brainer 
... can't wait to see what happens next 
. Get. It. Done. 
I'm so frustrated for all these Epstein victims who are still waiting on answers. It's been over 30 years since he was first arrested and they're still not getting the justice they deserve 
. Come on, Justice Department! Get your act together and give these people the truth they deserve 
. It's time for someone to take responsibility 
! 
This is just getting old man... I mean, I know we need details and all that but come on! 30 days is a long time to wait for some documents to drop like hotcakes 
. Victims are still waiting for answers, and it's not fair that they're having to deal with all this drama while the government is just dragging its feet 