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Katie Phang sues DOJ over redactions in Epstein files release

journalismApr 27, 2026253,561

Journalist and attorney Katie Phang filed a federal lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Justice and records official Todd Blanche, saying the DOJ violated the Epstein Files Transparency Act by applying "inappropriate," "unexplained," and "incomplete" redactions to its release of Epstein-related records. The complaint says the department missed statutory deadlines, over-redacted documents and withheld records tied to Jeffrey Epstein, including references to Donald Trump, and asks the court to order full disclosure and appoint a special master to oversee compliance. A ruling for Phang would force broader public access to investigative records about Epstein and clarify how strictly the DOJ must follow federal transparency rules when releasing sensitive materials.

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NEW: Katie Phang is suing DOJ over alleged “brazen” violations of the Epstein Files Transparency Act. She says DOJ missed deadlines, over-redacted, and withheld records tied to Jeffrey Epstein—including references to Trump. The suit seeks full disclosure and a special master to oversee compliance.

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