Tue Dec 23 12:38:22 UTC 2025: Okay, here’s a summary of the text, followed by a news article based on the information:

Summary:

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has released thousands of files related to the Jeffrey Epstein case, as mandated by the Epstein Files Transparency Act (EFTA). The release has been criticized for being delayed, heavily redacted, and incomplete. Congress members and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer are accusing the Trump administration of a cover-up and potentially shielding Trump from accountability, citing the redactions and control over the release. The DOJ denies protecting Trump. The released materials include photos of prominent figures like Bill Clinton, Mick Jagger, and Michael Jackson, who were associated with Epstein. Clinton has urged the full release of any documents related to him. Skepticism remains regarding the transparency of the release due to the extensive redactions.

News Article:

Epstein Files Released Amid Controversy: Cover-Up Accusations Fly

Washington, D.C. – December 23, 2025 – The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has released a tranche of documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein case, sparking immediate controversy and accusations of a cover-up. The release, mandated by the Epstein Files Transparency Act (EFTA), has been plagued by delays, extensive redactions, and allegations that the Trump administration is shielding powerful figures.

The DOJ made approximately 11,000 links to documents available online, including thousands of files and hundreds of videos and audio recordings, notably surveillance footage from August 2019. However, the release comes after the deadline set by the EFTA, prompting criticism from Congress.

Democratic Senator Chuck Schumer introduced a resolution calling for legal action against the Trump administration, alleging that the heavily redacted files amount to a “blatant cover-up” designed to protect President Trump. Schumer claims the President is shielding Trump from accountability.

Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche denied these claims. In statements Mr. Blanche made it clear that information wasn’t being redacted around President Trump, clarifying that it was only to protect the victims in the case.

The released documents include images of former President Bill Clinton, Mick Jagger, and Michael Jackson, all figures who were known to have associated with Epstein. Clinton has urged the DOJ to release any materials related to him, stating, “We need no such protection.”

The Justice Department has not yet released all the information. More to come as the story develops.

Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s former girlfriend, is currently serving a 20-year prison sentence for her role in recruiting underage girls for Epstein.

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