The Headlines What to Know About the Latest Epstein Files, and a Flood of U.S. Guns to Canada
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Dec 22, 2025 The initial release of the Epstein files sparks controversy with heavily redacted documents. Lawmakers are pushing for accountability over withheld information. Meanwhile, U.S. Coast Guard actions target oil tankers linked to Venezuela in an effort to pressure Maduro's regime. R.F.K. Jr. proposes a controversial change to the U.S. vaccine schedule, raising public health concerns. The flow of U.S. firearms into Canada worsens gun violence, while Waymo faces significant disruptions in San Francisco due to a citywide power outage.
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DOJ Cites Victim Protections In Slow Release
- The Justice Department says protecting victim information amid about a million pages justifies slower releases.
- Officials insist they will not redact mentions of Donald Trump while they process sensitive material.
Controversy Over Heavily Redacted Epstein Files
- The Justice Department released thousands of Epstein-related pages but heavily redacted many key documents.
- Survivors and lawmakers say selective concealment undermines the law's intent and accountability.
U.S. Intercepts Oil Tankers To Pressure Venezuela
- The U.S. interdicted oil tankers tied to Venezuela as part of pressure to weaken Maduro's oil revenues.
- The operations aim to deter sanctioned shipments and have caused some vessels to turn away from Venezuela.