From Newsgroup: comp.sys.mac.advocacy
Leroy N. Soetoro wrote:
Bradley K. Sherman wrote:
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| Pam Bondi's 34 'I don't recall' answers spark Epstein
| document cover-up row
| ...
<https://www.the-independent.com/bulletin/news/pam-bondi-epstein-documents >> -memory-b2990219.html>
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| Bondi punts blame for the Epstein files to Todd Blanche
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| The former attorney general told Congress her likely
| successor oversaw the delayed, and in many cases
| incomplete, release of the Epstein files in the federal
| government's possession.
| ...
<https://www.politico.com/news/2026/06/04/todd-blanche-pam-bondi-epstein-f >> iles-00951134>
--bks
What's wrong with Bondi covering up the fact that Trump's a pedophile?
The intense debate surrounding former Attorney General Pam Bondi’s
actions involves the handling and partial redaction of the Department of Justice's Jeffrey Epstein case files.
Public criticism and political reactions generally center on two
conflicting viewpoints regarding allegations of a cover-up:
The Criticism from Congressional Democrats and Survivors
Critics, including House Democrats and survivors of Epstein’s abuse,
argue that the Trump administration and the DOJ have mishandled the
release of millions of documents. Their key complaints include:
Invoking Privilege: During closed-door interviews with the House
Oversight Committee, Bondi refused to answer questions regarding her conversations with Donald Trump, whether he directed any specific
redactions, or reports that his name appeared multiple times within the
files.
Sweeping Redactions: Lawmakers allege the DOJ applied extensive
blackouts that potentially shield powerful figures and co-conspirators,
while simultaneously failing to properly protect the privacy of victims
whose names and photos were accidentally exposed.
Deflecting Responsibility: Critics point to transcripts showing Bondi attributed the actual oversight, review, and "botched" release of the
files to Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche.
The Defense from Bondi and the Trump Administration
In response, Bondi, Trump, and their defenders maintain that the
Department of Justice has acted appropriately and followed legal protocols:
Legal Protections: The DOJ stated that the vast majority of the
redactions are required by law to protect victim identities, comply with
court seals, and preserve national security.
Compliance with the Law: Bondi defended her tenure, asserting that the
DOJ released all legally required files under the Epstein Files
Transparency Act.
Transparency Claims: President Trump publicly stated that Bondi should
release "whatever she thinks is credible" regarding the records.
Supporters argue that the ongoing congressional investigations are
politically motivated and designed to damage Trump and his nominees.
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