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NY judge denies lawmakers' bid for outside oversight to expedite release of Epstein files

Khanna joined Thomas Massie in asking the judge to appoint a neutral overseer for the release of the files.

NY judge denies lawmakers' bid for outside oversight to expedite release of Epstein files
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This article1 analysis · Oct 11, 2026
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A federal judge denied Reps. Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie’s request for a neutral overseer of the Justice Department’s release of Jeffrey Epstein files, saying he lacked authority to enforce the disclosure law. Millions of documents remain outstanding, and the department missed a deadline to explain redactions.

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Ro Khanna
D · CA-17

Representative who joined the motion seeking a special master to oversee release of the Epstein files

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Thomas Massie
R · KY-4

Representative who joined the motion seeking a special master to oversee release of the Epstein files

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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President referred to in descriptions of the administration whose Justice Department is handling the files

ALSO MENTIONED  Paul Engelmayer, Manhattan federal judge who denied the lawmakers’ motion

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Judge Denies Khanna and Massie Request for Oversight of Epstein Files Release

A federal judge denied Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie's request for an independent monitor over the Justice Department's release of Epstein-related records. Left-leaning outlets frame the Justice Department's opposition as resistance to independent oversight and relay the lawmakers' misconduct allegations. Center outlets emphasize the legal dispute over the DOJ's objections and the court's authority. Right-leaning outlets connect the oversight bid to the pace of disclosure, with The Daily Caller emphasizing the judge's rejection and possible next steps.

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