Judge Halts Release of Epstein Court Documents

A judge declares grand jury materials related to Jeffrey Epstein's case will remain sealed, causing a stir in political circles.

A US judge has halted the release of grand jury documents from the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, the infamous financier and convicted sex offender. Judge Robin Rosenberg labeled the request to unseal the files as a violation of state law, despite growing political pressure, particularly from the Trump administration. The ruling comes amidst allegations that former President Donald Trump's name figures among hundreds mentioned in Epstein's investigative materials. While Trump's spokesperson branded these claims as "fake news," the Justice Department indicated that the documents included private and sensitive information. Meanwhile, attention shifts back to Ghislaine Maxwell, convicted of aiding Epstein's abuse, as she faces a congressional subpoena and meets with Justice officials regarding her insights. The legal drama continues to captivate public interest, but Epstein's secrets remain tightly sealed for now.