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Dec 23, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Lisa Phillips, an Epstein survivor and advocate for transparency, emphasizes the dangers of partial file releases, arguing that they hinder justice for victims. Clarissa Ward, an intrepid CNN correspondent, brings us gripping stories from the Ukrainian frontlines, detailing perilous escape routes and the humanitarian crisis as men flee conscription. Their insights forge a powerful connection between personal trauma and political action.
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Partial Epstein Release Sparks Bipartisan Outcry
- The Department of Justice released only a fraction of the Jeffrey Epstein files and applied heavy, unexplained redactions.
- Both parties and survivors say the partial release undermines the law's transparency intent.
Demand Clear Legal Justifications
- The Justice Department must provide legal explanations for extensive redactions within 15 days, per Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche.
- Congress and stakeholders should scrutinize over-redaction and demand clearer justifications.
Survivor Describes Harm From Redactions
- Survivor Lisa Phillips described frustration that released pictures lack context like flight logs and timelines to 'connect the dots.'
- She said over-redactions and exposed survivor names caused harm and felt like theater to obstruct truth.