Government Accountability

Justice Department’s Mishandling of Epstein Files Exposes Victims and Threatens Fair Trials

By Economics Desk | February 2, 2026

The Justice Department’s repeated failures to properly redact sensitive Jeffrey Epstein-related files have not only compromised victim privacy but also risk undermining the fairness of ongoing trials—raising urgent questions about accountability in government handling of justice.

The recent turmoil surrounding the Justice Department’s handling of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents reveals a disturbing pattern of negligence that impacts victims’ lives and the integrity of our judicial system. Since releasing thousands of files last Friday, officials have been forced to retract materials containing unredacted victim-identifying information—exposing individuals who should be protected under the law. How Can We Trust a System That Fails to Safeguard Victims? U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton attributed these breaches to “technical or human error,” a lax excuse that falls far short when dealing with cases involving sexual exploitation and trafficking. For families seeking justice, these errors...

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