US government watchdog to investigate Epstein files release

The justice department's inspector general will review the withholding and overdue release of secret files.

The Justice Department's internal watchdog is reviewing how the department handled the release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, focusing on the processes used for collecting, redacting, and disclosing the materials, especially in response to complaints from Epstein's survivors about improper exposure of personal information.

The Department of Justice's internal watchdog is investigating whether the DOJ withheld key documents related to former President Donald Trump and other associates in the release of Epstein files, following concerns that the department violated the Epstein Files Transparency Act by not fully disclosing records.

The Justice Department's chief watchdog announced an audit of the department's compliance with the law compelling the release of millions of pages of investigative files tied to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, following months of complaints from victims and lawmakers over the release process.

An internal US government watchdog has announced an audit of the Justice Department's handling of the Epstein files, following months of controversy over redactions, missed deadlines, and the publication of survivors' details.

The US Justice Department’s chief watchdog announced an audit to determine whether the department complied with federal law requiring the disclosure of investigative files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

The US Department of Justice’s Office of the Inspector General announced an audit of the department’s compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act, following criticism over the extent to which it complied with the law on releasing documents tied to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.

An internal watchdog for the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) will review whether the federal government complied with a law mandating the release of files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein files.