Trump DoJ’s mixed messages bode ill for Epstein victims, experts fear
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Experts fear mixed messages from the Trump Justice Department may hinder a full accounting of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes.
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Mixed messages from the Trump Justice Department are raising fears among experts and Jeffrey Epstein survivors that a full accounting of his crimes may never be revealed. This concern stems from Pam Bondi's non-appearance for a congressional subpoena regarding Epstein investigative files and remarks from her replacement, Todd Blanche. Legal veterans indicate that these actions portend poorly for accountability concerning Epstein's victims. The situation has prompted questions about the administration's commitment to transparency in the ongoing Epstein investigations.
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Pam Bondi did not appear for a congressional subpoena regarding Epstein investigative files.
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