Todd Blanche Oversaw Epstein Files Release, Former AG Bondi Testifies
Todd Blanche was ‘in charge’ of Epstein matter, Bondi told lawmakers, according to new transcript
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Former Attorney General Pam Bondi testified that Todd Blanche, President Trump's nominee for Attorney General, was responsible for overseeing the release of Jeffrey Epstein's files. Bondi faced scrutiny over the Justice Department's handling of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, with millions of documents still unreleased.
- 01Pam Bondi stated that Todd Blanche was in charge of the Epstein files' release during her testimony to the House Oversight Committee.
- 02Approximately 3 million files have been released, but another 3 million remain withheld, leading to bipartisan criticism of the Justice Department's actions.
- 03Bondi claimed that the withheld documents are either duplicates or privileged materials, despite concerns over transparency.
- 04Democrats are calling for Blanche to testify regarding his role in the Epstein case, which is expected to be a focal point in his confirmation hearing.
- 05Bondi was subpoenaed to testify after an informal meeting with lawmakers ended in a walkout by Democrats due to her refusal to commit to testifying under oath.
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During a closed-door interview with lawmakers, former Attorney General Pam Bondi revealed that Todd Blanche, President Donald Trump's nominee to lead the Justice Department, was responsible for managing the release of Jeffrey Epstein's files. Bondi attempted to distance herself from the department's handling of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, stating that approximately 3 million documents have been released, while another 3 million remain undisclosed. She argued that the withheld files are either duplicates or contain privileged information, despite bipartisan criticism regarding the Justice Department's transparency. Bondi's testimony has prompted calls from Democrats for Blanche to testify about his oversight of the Epstein case, which is anticipated to be a significant topic during his upcoming confirmation hearing. Additionally, Bondi faced scrutiny for her previous statements regarding the Epstein client list and acknowledged gaps in her knowledge about critical documents related to Epstein's co-conspirators. Her testimony was secured after a bipartisan subpoena was issued, following a contentious informal meeting with lawmakers.
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The handling of Epstein's files and the potential confirmation of Todd Blanche could affect public trust in the Justice Department's commitment to transparency.
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