DOJ's Request to Release Epstein Grand Jury Transcripts Denied by Judge

Judge Denies Release of Epstein Grand Jury Transcripts

• 🏛️ A Florida federal judge has refused to allow the release of grand jury materials related to the Jeffrey Epstein case.
• ⚖️ The ruling stated the court's hands were tied as the Department of Justice's request was not tied to an ongoing trial.

White House Response and Other DOJ Requests

• ❓ The White House press secretary stated they were unaware of the ruling as it was just breaking and had not yet spoken with the president about an appeal.
• 🗣️ There are understood to be two other requests from the Department of Justice that are ongoing.
• 🤝 The president is supportive of the effort to interview Ghislaine Maxwell, viewing it as an appropriate idea.

Unsealing Documents and Maxwell Interviews

• 📄 To the press secretary's knowledge, the DOJ has moved forward with requests to unseal grand jury testimony.
• 🎤 The DOJ has also proceeded with interviewing Ms. Maxwell, which is expected to take place very soon.

Other Topics Discussed

• 🧑‍💼 Regarding the OSE nominee Paul Ingracia, the White House is in communication with members of the Senate and House and stands by its nominees.
• 🇷🇺 On the Mueller investigation and the indictment of 13 Russians, the administration has no update but will check with the National Security Council.