Radar Online sues FBI for withholding Epstein investigation records under FOIA
Radar Online sues FBI for withholding Epstein investigation records under FOIA The complaint identifies a potential source of undisclosed FBI files on Jeffrey Epstein's investigation, which could contain evidence of preferential treatment for a billionaire with high‑level political connections. It names specific actors (Bill Clinton, Prince Andrew) and raises questions about DOJ handling, offering a concrete legal avenue (FOIA suit) to obtain the records. While the claim itself is not novel, the existence of undisclosed FBI documents is a strong lead for further investigative work. Key insights: FOIA request filed on April 20, 2017 by James Robertson of The National Enquirer/Radar Online seeking all FBI records on Epstein.; Plaintiff alleges the FBI has constructively denied the request by not responding or assigning a tracking number.; The complaint highlights Epstein's 2005 Palm Beach investigation, his 13‑month sentence, and alleged political connections (Bill Clinton, Prince Andrew).
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Radar Online sues FBI for withholding Epstein investigation records under FOIA The complaint identifies a potential source of undisclosed FBI files on Jeffrey Epstein's investigation, which could contain evidence of preferential treatment for a billionaire with high‑level political connections. It names specific actors (Bill Clinton, Prince Andrew) and raises questions about DOJ handling, offering a concrete legal avenue (FOIA suit) to obtain the records. While the claim itself is not novel, the existence of undisclosed FBI documents is a strong lead for further investigative work. Key insights: FOIA request filed on April 20, 2017 by James Robertson of The National Enquirer/Radar Online seeking all FBI records on Epstein.; Plaintiff alleges the FBI has constructively denied the request by not responding or assigning a tracking number.; The complaint highlights Epstein's 2005 Palm Beach investigation, his 13‑month sentence, and alleged political connections (Bill Clinton, Prince Andrew).
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