Event

Phang v. Blanche

A journalist’s suit over the Justice Department’s redactions in the Epstein files; a judge ordered more released or explained in June 2026.

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Todd Blanche defendant Scholarship & press 1
U.S. Department of Justice defended its redactions; appealed Scholarship & press 1 2 3

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Judge orders DOJ to either unredact more Epstein files or explain why they must stay blacked out, CBS News, 26 Jun 2026. Scholarship & press
following a lawsuit accusing Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche of improperly redacting documents
The department has defended its efforts, arguing the redactions are necessary to protect personal information or victims' identities.
Legal showdown looms as DOJ contests order to unredact Epstein documents, IBTimes UK, 25 Aug 2026. Scholarship & press
filing formal notice of an appeal on Monday, 24 August 2026
Federal appeals court rejects Trump DOJ’s bid to halt Epstein files review, IBTimes UK, 29 Oct 2026. Scholarship & press
The government has not satisfied the stringent requirements for a stay pending appeal

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