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Lawmaker Accuses DOJ of Shielding the Powerful in Epstein Files Dispute

In a sharp escalation of political tensions surrounding the long-running fallout from the crimes of Jeffrey Epstein, U.S. Representative Jake Auchincloss has publicly criticized the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) for what he describes as a failure to fully pursue accountability. During a recent public appearance and in follow-up remarks circulated online, Auchincloss arguedContinue reading “Lawmaker Accuses DOJ of Shielding the Powerful in Epstein Files Dispute”

Rep. Ted Lieu Criticizes DOJ Response to Epstein Case, Cites Report of Over 1,000 Victims

By Staff Writer | February 18, 2026 A renewed political firestorm erupted in Washington this week after Rep. Ted Lieu publicly criticized the Department of Justice over its handling of investigations connected to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. In a sharply worded statement, Lieu claimed that the Justice Department has confirmed there were more thanContinue reading “Rep. Ted Lieu Criticizes DOJ Response to Epstein Case, Cites Report of Over 1,000 Victims”