Judge Denies DOJ Request to Unseal Epstein Grand Jury Testimony, Calls it a Diversion

Judge's Ruling on Grand Jury Testimony

• 🏛️ A federal judge in New York has denied the Justice Department's request to unseal grand jury testimony related to Jeffrey Epstein.
• 📄 The judge stated that the DOJ did not demonstrate special circumstances to justify unsealing the materials, which are typically kept secret.
• 🗣️ The judge noted that the requested testimony primarily relied on a single FBI agent's account, which was largely based on hearsay from other victim statements.
• ⚖️ The judge ruled that the information in the grand jury transcripts pales in comparison to the vast amount of Epstein investigation materials held by the DOJ.

DOJ's Motion Deemed a Diversion

• 🎯 The judge described the DOJ's motion to unseal as a potential "diversion" from the broader scope of Epstein files in the government's possession.
• 📢 The judge indicated that the government is the appropriate party to make comprehensive disclosures to the public regarding the Epstein investigation.
• 🔒 Another reason cited for denying the unsealing was the potential threats to victim privacy and safety.

Reaction from Epstein Victim's Family

• 👏 The family of Virginia Roberts Giuffre, an outspoken accuser who died by suicide, applauded the judge's decision.
• 🤝 They agreed with the judge's assessment that the motion was a diversion, distracting from the extensive files the government holds.
• 📢 The family is calling for full transparency and insists that the DOJ release all documents related to the case, believing Epstein and Maxwell did not act alone.