Epstein Files Live Updates: DOJ Deadline Today as Trump-Era Law Forces Release of Long-Sealed Records
Epstein Files Live Updates: The United States is bracing for a major disclosure as the legal deadline arrives for the release of long-sealed records linked to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein. Under a transparency law signed by President Donald Trump, the Department of Justice is expected to make public hundreds of thousands of documents tied to Epstein’s criminal investigations, his network, and his longtime associate Ghislaine Maxwell. Follow as we bring you the live updates on the matter.
What are Epstein Files?
The “Epstein Files” are official US government records from investigations into most controversial case of Jeffrey Epstein’s alleged sex-trafficking network. They include emails, evidence, and reports gathered over more than a decade, much of which has stayed sealed—fueling public anger and calls for transparency.
Who was Jeffrey Epstein?
Jeffrey Epstein was a prominent US financier accused of trafficking underage girls and maintaining close connections with political and business elites. He was arrested in 2019 on federal charges and died in jail soon after, in a death officially termed suicide but surrounded by controversy.
What is the latest update on Jeffrey Epstein Files?
December 19, 2025, marks the DOJ’s deadline to make Epstein Files public under a law signed by President Donald Trump last month. Attorney General Pam Bondi must release the records by 11:59 pm ET. Officials say an initial batch will drop today, followed by more releases, with some redactions to protect victims and investigations.
Who is involved in Jeffrey Epstein Files?
The documents are expected to reference a wide network of individuals who interacted with Epstein socially, financially, or professionally. In the days leading up to the deadline, members of the House Oversight Committee released photos and emails from Epstein’s estate, including images featuring high-profile figures such as Bill Gates, Steve Bannon, and Noam Chomsky. Lawmakers across parties have stressed that names cannot be withheld to prevent embarrassment or political fallout.
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Live Updates
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02:45 (IST) 20 Dec 2025
Epstein Files Live Updates: Trump administration begins releasing long-awaited documents
Epstein Files Live Updates: The US Department of Justice has begun releasing the long-awaited Epstein files just now, following months of political pressure, public outrage, and scrutiny over Donald Trump’s past connections to Jeffrey Epstein. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche confirmed that several hundred thousand documents are being released, though some may be held back temporarily to protect victims’ identities. “I expect that we’re going to release more documents over the next couple of weeks,” he said. House Democrats, led by Robert Garcia and Jamie Raskin, condemned the partial release as a violation of federal law and vowed to explore legal action. The...
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02:29 (IST) 20 Dec 2025
Epstein Files Live Updates: DOJ staff frustrated as they rush redactions ahead of release
Epstein Files Live Updates: Justice Department staff responsible for redacting the Epstein files are reportedly growing frustrated with a lack of clear guidance as they race to meet the legal deadline, according to CNN sources.
Thousands of pages require careful redactions to protect survivors’ identities, national security interests, and ongoing litigation. Lawyers are spending extensive time on this painstaking process but are reportedly uncertain how to maximize public disclosure while complying with redaction requirements, adding to internal pressure within the DOJ.
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01:40 (IST) 20 Dec 2025
Epstein Files Live Updates: Fresh Epstein Images Released Ahead of DOJ Deadline
Epstein Files Live Updates: House Democrats on Thursday released 68 new photographs from Jeffrey Epstein’s estate, including images of passports, text messages, and photos featuring Bill Gates and Noam Chomsky.
The disclosure came just ahead of the legal deadline for the US Department of Justice to publish additional materials from its Epstein case files, adding to pressure on the administration to make all records public.
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01:36 (IST) 20 Dec 2025
Epstein Files Live Updates: Gavin Newsom’s office says Trump, Pam Bondi and Kash Patel are ‘hiding’ something
Epstein Files Live Updates: California Governor Gavin Newsom’s office on Friday questioned the Trump administration’s decision not to release all Epstein-related documents by the deadline, suggesting President Donald Trump, Attorney General Pam Bondi, and FBI Director Kash Patel are “hiding” something.
Reacting to the DOJ’s stance, Newsom’s office posted a sharp message demanding transparency, writing: “WHAT ARE TRUMP, BONDI, AND KASH HIDING!!” followed by “RELEASE THE EPSTEIN FILES.”
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01:34 (IST) 20 Dec 2025
Epstein Files Live Updates: House Oversight Republicans accuse Democrats of ‘cherry-picking,’ say Trump cleared
Epstein Files Live Updates: Republicans on the GOP-led House Oversight Committee on Friday lashed out at Democrats ahead of the DOJ’s release of Epstein-related materials, accusing them of “cherry-picking” edited photos from Epstein’s estate to score political points and target President Donald Trump. The Republicans said Democrats were creating a “hoax” against Trump and chasing headlines at the expense of victims, adding that they cannot be trusted to run serious investigations. In a separate post, the committee accused top Democrat Robert Garcia of ignoring what it called the lack of evidence against Trump, saying there is “no evidence” of wrongdoing by...
