Bulwark Takes Is DOJ Playing Games With the Epstein Investigation? (w/ Ryan Goodman)
Dec 28, 2025
Ryan Goodman, a law professor and co-editor of Just Security, joins Bill Kristol to dissect the latest twists in the Epstein investigation. They discuss the DOJ's handling of document releases, revealing ten co-conspirators and implications for powerful figures, including Trump. The conversation uncovers withheld memos, missing witness statements, and questionable redactions. Goodman argues that the DOJ may be playing political games, while survivors push for transparency and accountability as the battle for justice continues into 2026.
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DOJ Withholds Prosecution Memos
- DOJ is withholding prosecution memos and deliberative documents citing deliberative-process protections.
- Ryan Goodman argues that withholding those materials violates the Epstein Transparency Act.
Survivors Still Await Their FBI 302s
- Victims still lack access to their own FBI 302 interview reports despite requesting them.
- Survivors say DOJ hasn't communicated, highlighting procedural failure and disrespect to victims.
Questionable Redaction Of Trump–Maxwell Photo
- DOJ redacted a photo reportedly showing Trump with Ghislaine Maxwell and withheld it without clear statutory basis.
- Goodman says the redaction likely violates the Epstein law and raises questions about motive.