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Federal Judge Orders Unsealing of Epstein Grand Jury Materials

Federal Judge Orders Unsealing of Epstein Grand Jury Materials

U.S. District Judge Richard Berman has granted a motion by the Department of Justice to unseal grand jury materials related to the criminal investigations of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. This decision follows the passage of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which mandates the public disclosure of these materials. The ruling is the third and final decision in a series of motions aimed at lifting restrictions on evidence from Epstein's criminal case. The judge emphasized the importance of protecting the privacy and safety of alleged victims as the materials are disclosed.
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Judge Approves DOJ's Release of Ghislaine Maxwell Grand Jury Materials

Judge Approves DOJ's Release of Ghislaine Maxwell Grand Jury Materials

A federal judge has granted the Justice Department's request to release grand jury materials from the criminal case against Ghislaine Maxwell, an associate of Jeffrey Epstein. This decision aligns with the Epstein Transparency Act, which mandates the public release of Epstein-related materials. The ruling allows for the modification of protective orders to facilitate the release, while ensuring the privacy of victims is protected. Maxwell, convicted in 2021 for aiding Epstein's abuse of underage girls, is serving a 20-year sentence.
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Justice Department can unseal records from Epstein's 2019 sex trafficking case, judge says

Justice Department can unseal records from Epstein's 2019 sex trafficking case, judge says

A judge has ruled secret grand jury transcripts from Jeffrey Epstein’s 2019 sex trafficking case can be made public
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US judge lets more Epstein grand jury materials be made public

US judge lets more Epstein grand jury materials be made public

By Jan Wolfe WASHINGTON, Dec 10 (Reuters) - A U.S. judge in Manhattan on Wednesday allowed for the public release of records from a grand jury investigation into Jeffrey Epstein because of a law recently passed by Congress, the latest in a string of similar rulings. The order by U.S.
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Trump Administration Sued Over Non-Disclosure of Caribbean Boat Strike Records

Trump Administration Sued Over Non-Disclosure of Caribbean Boat Strike Records

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), the Center for Constitutional Rights (CCR), and the New York Civil Liberties Union have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration. The lawsuit demands the release of an Office of Legal Counsel (OLC) opinion and other documents related to lethal strikes on civilian boats in international waters. These strikes, described as targeting 'narco-trafficking' vessels, have been carried out by the U.S. military. The complaint, filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, argues that previous Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests have not been honored. The groups claim that the public deserves to know the legal justification for these strikes, which they argue violate domestic and international law.
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DOJ Criticized for Social Media Comments on Judges

DOJ Criticized for Social Media Comments on Judges

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has come under scrutiny for its social media comments criticizing judges from the Eastern District of Virginia. Attorney General Pam Bondi and Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche have been accused of making 'gratuitous swipes' at the judges, referring to them as 'rogue judges.' This criticism follows the disqualification of interim U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan. Legal experts, including Professor Carl Tobias from the University of Richmond School of Law, have advised the DOJ to refrain from such public criticisms and instead focus on formal appeals if necessary.
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Photos Reveal Similar Gold Decor in Epstein's Townhouse and Trump's Oval Office

Photos Reveal Similar Gold Decor in Epstein's Townhouse and Trump's Oval Office

A recent comparison of photographs has highlighted the similar gold-themed interior decorations in the Manhattan townhouse of the late Jeffrey Epstein and the Oval Office under President Trump. The images, which have been authenticated, show gold trimmings and decorations in both locations. The photo of Epstein's townhouse was taken by the FBI during a raid in 2019 and was later submitted as evidence in the trial of Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein's associate. Meanwhile, the Oval Office's gold decor was part of a renovation initiated by President Trump in March 2025, which was privately funded and completed by August 2025. This renovation included gold filigree and custom carvings inspired by Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate.
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Bulgarian Court Denies Lebanon's Extradition Request for Russian Businessman Over Beirut Blast

Bulgarian Court Denies Lebanon's Extradition Request for Russian Businessman Over Beirut Blast

A Bulgarian court has rejected Lebanon's request to extradite Igor Grechushkin, a Russian businessman, in connection with the Beirut port explosion. The court cited insufficient security guarantees from Lebanon, particularly concerning the assurance that the death penalty would not be imposed on Grechushkin. Grechushkin, who is based in Cyprus, was escorted by police to the court in Sofia, Bulgaria, where the decision was made. The extradition request was part of Lebanon's broader investigation into the catastrophic explosion that occurred in Beirut in August 2020, which resulted in significant loss of life and property damage. The Bulgarian court's decision highlights the complexities involved in international extradition cases, especially when the death penalty is a potential outcome.
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U.S. judge allows release of Epstein-related grand jury documents

U.S. judge allows release of Epstein-related grand jury documents

By Jan Wolfe WASHINGTON, Dec 9 (Reuters) - A U.S. judge on Tuesday granted a request by the Justice Department to make public grand jury documents in the case involving Jeffrey Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell, who is in prison for sex trafficking. In a written order, U.S.
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Alina Habba Resigns from Unofficial U.S. Attorney Role Amid Legal Controversy

Alina Habba Resigns from Unofficial U.S. Attorney Role Amid Legal Controversy

Alina Habba has announced her resignation from the position of Acting U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey, a role she was never legally confirmed to hold. The Third Circuit Court recently affirmed that Habba's appointment circumvented the Senate confirmation process, violating the Federal Vacancies Reform Act. Despite her resignation, Attorney General Pam Bondi has indicated that the Department of Justice plans to appeal the court's decision, potentially reinstating Habba if successful. Habba has been reassigned within the DOJ as a Senior Advisor to combat violent crime.
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Department of Justice's Compliance Framework Influences White-Collar Sentencing Reductions

Department of Justice's Compliance Framework Influences White-Collar Sentencing Reductions

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has been utilizing a seven-pillar framework to evaluate corporate compliance programs, which is now being applied by white-collar defendants to demonstrate personal rehabilitation. This framework includes written policies, ethical leadership, training and communication, monitoring and auditing, internal reporting systems, enforcement and discipline, and continuous improvement. In a securities fraud case, a former compliance officer used this framework to create an ethics rebuild memo, which was instrumental in reducing his sentence. The approach is seen as powerful in court as it shows structured transformation rather than mere sentiment. This method has been successfully used in various cases, including a notable sports betting case, to achieve significant sentence reductions.
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Judge grants Justice Department request to unseal Ghislaine Maxwell records in sex trafficking case

Judge grants Justice Department request to unseal Ghislaine Maxwell records in sex trafficking case

A federal judge says the Justice Department can publicly release investigative materials from a sex trafficking case against Ghislaine Maxwell, the longtime confidant of Jeffrey Epstein