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April 23, 2026

DOJ watchdog investigates Epstein document release compliance

  • Deputy Inspector General William M. Blier is leading an audit of the DOJ's compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act, focusing on document handling and transparency.
  • The audit follows concerns that the DOJ may have withheld documents related to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, raising questions about the agency's transparency.
  • The investigation coincides with recent leadership changes at the DOJ, including the firing of former Attorney General Pam Bondi amid criticism over document release delays.