Meet the Press Meet the Press NOW — January 30
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Jan 30, 2026 Breaking news on the Justice Department releasing millions of pages tied to a high-profile sex trafficking case, including videos and images. Heated debate over review process, redactions, and congressional oversight. Massive protests in Minneapolis lead to federal civil rights inquiries and an arrest during a livestream. Political fallout includes a new Federal Reserve nominee and a major lawsuit over leaked tax records.
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DOJ Says Release Was Independent
- The DOJ released over three million Epstein-related pages but withheld millions more to protect victims and explicit images.
- Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche insisted the review was independent and not coordinated with the White House.
Sift Signal From Noise Carefully
- Many documents in the release include unfiltered tips and clearly unreliable material alongside potentially useful leads.
- Ryan Riley urged caution and recommended relying on credible news outlets while parsing the dump.
Look For 302s To Find Substantive Leads
- Seek out 302 investigative reports to find substantive witness and victim interviews.
- Expect heavy redactions and Congress to demand explanations for withheld material.