Bondi Testimony, Lutnick/Waitt/Staley Depo Videos, Oversight/Senate Grills, Palm Beach Hearings
Key Questions
What is the current status of Pam Bondi's deposition related to Epstein files?
Bondi missed the EFTA deadline and faces potential contempt. She is now scheduled for a May 29 House Oversight appearance in a closed-door interview that is not under oath, with Dhillon present.
Why is Bondi's testimony behind closed doors and not under oath?
The session is structured as a closed-door interview rather than public testimony under oath. This format has drawn criticism from lawmakers and survivors seeking greater transparency.
What new names were mentioned by Sarah Kellen in survivor testimony?
Sarah Kellen named Levine, Fekkai, and Demarchelier as additional abusers. This testimony was part of Palm Beach hearings exposing names and DOJ handling issues.
What pressure is being placed on the DOJ regarding Maxwell?
Goldman accused the DOJ of coddling Maxwell while Merkley pressed Blanche on investigation status. Massie's claims have added political heat to the handling of the case.
What concerns were raised about leaked victim data?
Patty Murray demanded an apology over leaked victim data. The leaks have fueled accusations of privacy failures in the Epstein investigation process.
What role did Blanche play in the resurfaced video?
Blanche was grilled on Maxwell and privacy leaks in the resurfaced video. He appeared to scramble when questioned about aspects of the Epstein files.
How have survivors reacted to the closed-door Bondi interview?
Survivors expressed frustration, with one questioning who Bondi is protecting. Emotional messages from figures like Jasmine Crockett highlighted support for the survivors during congressional sessions.
What is the significance of the May 29 Bondi appearance?
The appearance is viewed as an important moment for the Epstein investigation according to Garcia. It comes amid ongoing scrutiny of DOJ handling of the files.
Bondi misses deposition/EFTA deadline and faces contempt; now scheduled for May 29 House Oversight appearance but interview is behind closed doors, not under oath, with Dhillon present. Blanche grilled on Maxwell, privacy leaks; Palm Beach survivor testimony exposes names/DOJ failures. Sarah Kellen names Levine, Fekkai, Demarchelier as new abusers. Merkley presses Blanche on investigation status. Massie's claims add political heat on DOJ handling. Goldman accuses DOJ of coddling Maxwell. Blanche scrambles in resurfaced video. Patty Murray demands apology over leaked victim data.