DOJ announces no new Epstein charges and blocks congressional file requests

The Department of Justice announced on July 25, 2025 that its review found no basis for new criminal charges against Epstein associates, closing the active prosecution phase. Attorney General Pam Bondi released a memo to that effect while maintaining classification on approximately 2.5 million pages — including grand jury transcripts, FBI victim interviews, and financial records. Bipartisan senators led by Dick Durbin formally demanded Bondi explain the decision, and the House Oversight Committee simultaneously subpoenaed DOJ for a full production of responsive records.