Scoop: Trump administration expects Epstein files release could last another week

The Trump administration is nearing the completion of releasing Jeffrey Epstein files, with approximately one week left and hundreds of thousands of pages remaining. This protracted process has led to significant public relations challenges and negative press for the administration. Despite pledges of transparency, clumsy messaging and puzzling redactions have compounded these issues. The White House has taken control of the Justice Department's X account, adopting a sharper, rapid-response tone. Recent releases have included questionable documents, such as a purported jailhouse letter post-dating Epstein's death and an FBI tip about Trump allegedly discussing abuse with Epstein. The Justice Department has warned that some records may be politically motivated and untrue, but the release is framed as a commitment to transparency. A community note was added to a DOJ post highlighting the missed congressional deadline for release. The department also faced a website security issue, leading to premature document releases and accusations of a cover-up. Officials express frustration with the ongoing negative headlines and the inability to simply complete the disclosure process. Decades of investigations and document releases have yet to produce credible evidence of Trump's involvement in sex crimes with Epstein. Trump, who had a falling out with Epstein years ago, denies all accusations. Two significant documents, a draft indictment and a prosecution memo, are expected to be released due to bipartisan pressure. The administration anticipates concluding the releases soon, though conspiracy theories are expected to persist.