court document or deposition transcript: DOJ-OGR-00023069
Summary
The document discusses internal USAO emails and interviews regarding the handling of Jeffrey Epstein's case, including disagreements about meeting with his defense counsel and prosecution strategy. USAO officials Lourie, Menchel, and Villafaña had differing opinions on whether to meet with Epstein's lawyers. The document provides insight into the USAO's decision-making process in the Epstein case.
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