A recent release of documents related to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, prompted by congressional pressure, has sparked controversy due to heavy redactions and the inclusion of high-profile figures. This initial tranche is part of a larger volume of information promised by the administration.

• The US Department of Justice provided a link to the "Epstein Library," containing 3,900 files, some of which feature previously unreleased photographs and video clips.
• Notable individuals pictured in the documents include former president Bill Clinton, pop stars Michael Jackson, Diana Ross, and Mick Jagger, former Prince Andrew, and actor Kevin Spacey.
• Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche stated that several hundred thousand documents would be released, with more to follow in the coming weeks. However, criticism has arisen over the heavy redactions, with Senator Chuck Schumer noting 119 pages of one document were entirely blacked out.