How many more secrets do the Epstein Files reveal? The discovery of over 1 million documents has sparked another uproar.

News Topical, Digital Desk : The Jeffrey Epstein case has once again grabbed headlines in the US. The Justice Department announced on Wednesday that more than 1 million new documents related to Epstein have been obtained, and the declassification of these documents will be further delayed. These documents are so voluminous that it could take weeks to review them and make the necessary changes. The disclosure comes just days after Congress set a December 19th deadline for the release of all Epstein files. But the process has now been further delayed. The Justice Department says the US Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York and the FBI have discovered these additional documents.

How were the new documents discovered?

The Justice Department said in a statement that the US Attorney for the Southern District of New York and the FBI jointly discovered more than 1 million documents that may be related to the Epstein case. The department did not say when the documents were found or when it was notified.

However, the department stressed that its lawyers are working around the clock to review these documents and make the necessary redactions (removal of names or sensitive information) as required by law. These redactions are primarily for the protection of victims, ensuring their identities are not revealed.

What is the main reason for the delay?

The Justice Department stated that the full release would take several more weeks due to the sheer volume of documents. "We will release the documents as quickly as possible," the department said. "Due to the sheer volume of material, this process may take several weeks."

This delay is beyond the deadline set by legislation passed by Congress last month, which passed almost unanimously and mandated the immediate release of all Epstein files. Thousands of documents have already been released in batches, but these newly discovered documents could change the entire picture.

The Justice Department has promised to fully comply with the law and release the documents as soon as possible. However, the delay raises questions about why such a large volume of documents was not released earlier. The department says it prioritizes the safety of victims and that each document is being scrutinized thoroughly.

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