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Rep. Jamie Raskin blasts DOJ for redacting so much in Epstein files

Massie criticized the redactions and said he and Khanna were considering inherent-contempt orders against Bondi.

Rep. Jamie Raskin blasts DOJ for redacting so much in Epstein files
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Rep. Jamie Raskin and other lawmakers accused the Justice Department of withholding information through heavy redactions in the Epstein-file release; Reps. Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna said they are considering House inherent-contempt orders against Attorney General Pam Bondi.

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Thomas Massie
R · KY-4

Representative and co-sponsor of the Epstein Files Transparency Act discussing possible inherent-contempt orders

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Jamie Raskin
D · MD-8

Representative and ranking Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee criticizing the redactions

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Ro Khanna
D · CA-17

Representative and co-sponsor of the Epstein Files Transparency Act criticizing the redactions

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Attorney General whom Massie and Khanna discussed targeting with inherent-contempt orders

Todd Blanche
R · Attorney General

Deputy Attorney General defending the Justice Department's redactions and removal of files

Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President whose past comments and actions regarding the files are discussed

House Minority Leader commenting on the initial release and possible action against Bondi

Tim Kaine
D · VA · SEN

Senator calling for the files to be released and expressing distrust that DOJ would comply

Rand Paul
R · KY · SEN

Senator calling for the files to be released

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Thomas Massie Seeks Contempt Action Over Epstein Files Release

The Justice Department released only part of the Epstein files by the deadline, with many records redacted. Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna criticized the release and said they were considering or preparing congressional action against Attorney General Pam Bondi. Left-leaning outlets emphasize the bipartisan accountability push, including possible impeachment. Center outlets focus on proposed contempt procedures and often include the department’s defense or alternative approaches from lawmakers. Right-leaning outlets also stress the push for fuller disclosure and possible action against Bondi, with some including the department’s defense.

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