“We need AUSAs to do remote document review and redactions related to the Epstein files,” the email said. The email raises the possibility of more Epstein files being released over the coming days, including the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. The Justice Department acknowledged it had not gotten through redacting many of the files by Friday and has continued to release documents this week. Advertisement AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementThe Justice Department did not immediately respond to questions from CNN about the email on Tuesday. “I am aware that the timing could not be worse,” the US Attorney’s Office leadership wrote on Tuesday.

Source: CNN December 24, 2025 02:49 UTC