Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) said Sunday that the Trump administration’s handling of the recent release of documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein case could present ongoing challenges, citing concerns about transparency and public confidence.
Speaking on ABC News’s This Week, Paul said releasing documents with extensive redactions may prolong scrutiny rather than bring clarity.
“I think it’s a mistake,” Paul said. “The administration has spent months trying to manage this issue. Any perception that the disclosure is incomplete could keep this matter in the public discussion for an extended period.”
Paul emphasized that greater transparency would help resolve lingering questions and reduce uncertainty.
“My advice would be to release all information required by law and provide clear explanations where redactions are necessary,” he said.
On Friday, the Justice Department released thousands of documents connected to the Epstein case, including court records, photographs, flight logs, and related materials. Many of the documents contained redactions.
The release followed the passage of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which required federal agencies to disclose relevant records within 30 days. The deadline for compliance expired Friday.
The legislation permits limited redactions under specific legal standards. However, some lawmakers and policy advocates have questioned whether the scope of the redactions aligns with the requirements of the law. The act also mandates that the Justice Department provide detailed justifications for each redaction.
The development has renewed discussion around government transparency, statutory compliance, and the handling of sensitive public records—issues that continue to draw attention from policymakers, legal experts, and the public.
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