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DOJ Apologizes After Epstein Files Leak | Charleston News
The DOJ admitted major errors after accidentally releasing sensitive personal info of Jeffrey Epstein’s victims in a public file dump — Acting AG Matthew Blanche apologized and swiftly pulled down the documents. Amid heated testimony with ten victims present, Senator Durbin demanded Blanche personally meet with them within 30 days; Blanche clarified he can’t meet victims directly if they have lawyers, but will work through counsel — or arrange DOJ officials if they don’t. This follows backlash from victims who felt betrayed by the leak, especially given Epstein’s 2019 prison death. Listen in…
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