Mmastodon WorldLaw & Courts first seen 2 h ago, last 58 min ago, peak #8

Federal judge threatens DOJ with contempt over Epstein files

Original: NEW: A federal judge just told Trump's AG: release the Epstein files or face CONTEMPT charges. Judge Sullivan's order sa

A federal judge has warned the Justice Department that it could face contempt charges if it does not release files related to Jeffrey Epstein. Judge Sullivan's order describes contempt as premature for now, but the warning signals mounting judicial pressure on the department. Critics say the DOJ is running out of legal room to withhold the documents.

Why now: Ongoing public and political pressure over the release of sealed Epstein-related documents.

Justice DepartmentJudge SullivanJeffrey EpsteinDonald Trump

Open on mastodon →

Rank over time, top of the chart is #1. 2 snapshots from 2 h ago to 58 min ago.

Evidence

• NEW: A federal judge just told Trump's AG: release the Epstein files or face CONTEMPT charges. Judge Sullivan's order says contempt is "premature" — for now. The DOJ is running out of room to hide. https://www. axios.com/2026/09/17/epstein-f iles-doj-contempt-judge-blanche #… · cbarbermd · 5

API: https://socialmediatrends-api.osmike.com/v1/trends/133437