19 ARTICLEs December 16, 2025 law

US Department of Justice Releases Jeffrey Epstein Investigation Documents Amid Political Controversy in December 2025

Multiple publishers report on the US Department of Justice releasing hundreds of thousands of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein's investigations, including ties to prominent figures and political disputes over transparency and redactions.

Event Type: legal_judicial

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Why these articles are grouped: Publisher stories from France 24 (index 15), The Guardian (index 16), The New York Times (indices 19 and 20) all cover the US DOJ's release of Jeffrey Epstein investigation files in December 2025, highlighting political controversy and criticism over partial …

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6 Takeaways From the First Batch of the Epstein Files

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The New York Times

Dec 20, 2025 3:50 AM

6 Takeaways From the First Batch of the Epstein Files

Le ministère de la Justice a publié un premier lot de plus de 13 000 fichiers liés à Jeffrey Epstein, sans révéler d'informations majeures, avec des documents fortement expurgés et une réaction politique modérée. D'autres fichiers seront publiés prochainement.

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Affaire Epstein : la publication partielle de documents par l'administration Trump suscite frustration et critiques

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Le Monde

Dec 20, 2025 3:11 AM

Affaire Epstein : la publication partielle de documents par l'administration Trump suscite frustration et critiques

La mise en ligne partielle des fichiers de l'enquête Epstein par le ministère de la justice américain a provoqué une vague de critiques et de frustration, en raison des nombreuses censures et pages expurgées, limitant la transparence sur cette affaire judiciaire majeure.

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Epstein Victims Upset About Lack of Transparency in Newly Released Files

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The New York Times

Dec 20, 2025 2:44 AM

Epstein Victims Upset About Lack of Transparency in Newly Released Files

Les victimes de Jeffrey Epstein critiquent la Justice américaine pour la publication partielle et fortement expurgée des dossiers liés aux enquêtes sur les abus sexuels, dénonçant un manque de transparence et une justice retardée.

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Lawmakers Criticize Justice Dept. For Not Releasing All Epstein Files

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The New York Times

Dec 20, 2025 12:37 AM

Lawmakers Criticize Justice Dept. For Not Releasing All Epstein Files

Members of Congress from both parties criticized the Justice Department for not fully complying with a law mandating the release of all investigative materials on Jeffrey Epstein, citing heavy redactions and incomplete file reviews. Key lawmakers consider possible actions including impeachment or prosecution for obstruction of justice.

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US Justice Department begins release of Epstein files

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Le Monde

Dec 20, 2025 12:26 AM

US Justice Department begins release of Epstein files

Le ministère de la Justice des États-Unis a commencé à publier des documents d'enquête sur Jeffrey Epstein, avec des parties censurées, incluant des photographies.

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Así se podrán consultar los archivos del caso Epstein

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France 24

Dec 20, 2025 12:08 AM

Así se podrán consultar los archivos del caso Epstein

El Departamento de Justicia debe divulgar documentos del caso Jeffrey Epstein tras la aprobación de una ley que obliga a la desclasificación, con una página web habilitada para consultar los archivos.

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Epstein files opened: famous faces, many blacked-out pages

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France 24

Dec 20, 2025 12:01 AM

Epstein files opened: famous faces, many blacked-out pages

Le ministère de la Justice des États-Unis a commencé à publier des documents censurés liés à l'affaire Jeffrey Epstein, révélant des liens avec des personnalités célèbres comme Bill Clinton et Donald Trump, mais la publication suscite des critiques pour son manque de transparence.

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Newly released Epstein files: what we know

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France 24

Dec 19, 2025 11:57 PM

Newly released Epstein files: what we know

La publication partielle de documents liés à Jeffrey Epstein, fortement censurés, provoque des réactions contrastées entre la Maison Blanche et les démocrates, alors que la transparence est réclamée.

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Survivors of Epstein's abuse condemn justice department for only partly releasing files

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The Guardian

Dec 19, 2025 11:53 PM

Survivors of Epstein's abuse condemn justice department for only partly releasing files

Victims of Jeffrey Epstein condemn the US Department of Justice for only partially releasing investigative files mandated by law, with survivors and lawyers demanding full transparency and accountability for those involved in sex trafficking and abuse.

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Trump Is Rarely Mentioned in New Epstein Files

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The New York Times

Dec 19, 2025 11:29 PM

Trump Is Rarely Mentioned in New Epstein Files

تظهر ملفات جيفري إبستين التي أصدرتها وزارة العدل نادرًا اسم الرئيس ترامب مقارنة بالإشارات المتعددة للرئيس السابق بيل كلينتون، مع استمرار الوزارة في إصدار المزيد من الوثائق بعد مراجعتها.

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Bill Clinton Features Prominently in Epstein Files Release

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The New York Times

Dec 19, 2025 11:16 PM

Bill Clinton Features Prominently in Epstein Files Release

الوثائق التي أصدرتها وزارة العدل تركز على صور ومواد مرتبطة بالرئيس الأمريكي السابق بيل كلينتون في سياق تحقيقات حول جيفري إبستين، مع محاولات من الجمهوريين تحويل الانتباه عن علاقة إبستين بالرئيس ترامب.

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For Trump, Epstein is the story that won't go away.

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The New York Times

Dec 19, 2025 10:18 PM

For Trump, Epstein is the story that won't go away.

أفرجت وزارة العدل الأمريكية عن مئات الآلاف من الوثائق المتعلقة بجيفري إبستين، مع حجب بعض المواد بسبب التحقيقات الجارية والأمن القومي، مما يعيد إشعال الجدل حول القضية. تضمنت الملفات صوراً لأشخاص مرتبطين بإبستين، وتم تحديد أسماء 1200 ضحية أو أقاربهم مع حماية هوياتهم. الإفراج جاء بناءً على قانون الكونغرس الذي …

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Trump administration releases Epstein files after months of wrangling and public outcry - live

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The Guardian

Dec 19, 2025 9:00 PM

Trump administration releases Epstein files after months of wrangling and public outcry - live

The US Justice Department released the Epstein files after months of political disputes and public outcry, focusing on Donald Trump's connections to Jeffrey Epstein. Some documents may be withheld temporarily to protect victims. House Democrats criticized the delay as illegal and promised legal action. The scandal has affected Trump's presidency …

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US justice department releases long-awaited cache of Jeffrey Epstein files

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The Guardian

Dec 19, 2025 9:00 PM

US justice department releases long-awaited cache of Jeffrey Epstein files

أصدرت وزارة العدل الأمريكية كمية كبيرة من الوثائق المتعلقة بتحقيقها في قضية جيفري إبستين بعد توقيع ترامب على قانون يلزم بالإفصاح، مع استثناءات تحمي التحقيقات النشطة، وسط جدل سياسي واسع.

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The untold story of how Jeffrey Epstein got rich.

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The New York Times

Dec 19, 2025 8:17 PM

The untold story of how Jeffrey Epstein got rich.

وزارة العدل الأمريكية تخطط لإصدار مئات الآلاف من الوثائق المتعلقة بجيفري إبستين، مع حجب بعض الملفات لأسباب أمنية وقانونية، وسط جدل سياسي مستمر حول القضية.

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US legislators say justice department is violating law by not releasing all Epstein files

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The Guardian

Dec 19, 2025 5:44 PM

US legislators say justice department is violating law by not releasing all Epstein files

نائب المدعي العام تود بلانش يعلن أن وزارة العدل لن تصدر جميع ملفات جيفري إبستين رغم القانون، مما أثار ردود فعل غاضبة من المشرعين الذين يهددون باتخاذ إجراءات قانونية لضمان الشفافية والعدالة للضحايا.

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Dossier Epstein : que peut-on attendre de la publication de centaines de milliers de documents ?

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France 24

Dec 19, 2025 5:14 PM

Dossier Epstein : que peut-on attendre de la publication de centaines de milliers de documents ?

L'administration Trump publie plusieurs centaines de milliers de documents sur Jeffrey Epstein, en assurant la protection des victimes. Aucune nouvelle inculpation n'est attendue, mais l'enquête continue.

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The long-awaited release of the Epstein files | The Latest

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The Guardian

Dec 19, 2025 4:32 PM

The long-awaited release of the Epstein files | The Latest

Le ministère de la Justice des États-Unis s'apprête à publier une importante archive de documents concernant Jeffrey Epstein, révélant potentiellement ses crimes et ses connexions avec des figures publiques, dont Donald Trump.

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Epstein files to be made public by US authorities after months of delays

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France 24

Dec 19, 2025 3:18 PM

Epstein files to be made public by US authorities after months of delays

Les autorités américaines prévoient de rendre publics des documents longtemps cachés concernant Jeffrey Epstein, avec des parties censurées, soulignant la dimension politique de l'affaire.

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