Trump signs bill to release Epstein files: When will DOJ make the documents public?

Trump signed the Epstein files act requiring the DOJ to release all information related to the probe. The documents are expected to drop withing 30 days.

Updated on: Nov 20, 2025, 09:41:17 IST

By Shamik Banerjee

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On Wednesday, President Donald Trump signed the Epstein Files Transparency Act into law. Trump announced that he had signed the bill into law in a post on Truth Social on Wednesday. With Trump's signature, the Department of Justice will now be compelled to release all information related to the probe into the Jeffrey Epstein.

President Donald Trump applauds at the "Winning the AI Race" Summit in Washington. (REUTERS)

According to the provision of the bill, the DOJ is required to release the documents within 30 days of being enacted. It means, Pam Bondi and the DOJ will have to release the documents by December 20, 2025.

“Democrats have used the ‘Epstein’ issue, which affects them far more than the Republican Party, in order to try and distract from our AMAZING Victories,” Trump said on Truth Social, signing the bill.

When Will The Epstein Files be Released: What Pam Bondi Said

Under the Epstein Files Transparency Act, the DOJ will have to release all files and communications related to the sex trafficking probe into Jeffrey Epstein. Additionally, all information related to Epstein's death inside a federal prison is expected to be released.

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The law mandates the withholding of some information related to concerns ongoing investigation into the allegations of some of Epstein's victims. Other than that, the DOJ cannot withhold information due to “embarrassment, reputational harm, or political sensitivity.”

Attorney General Pam Bondi was asked about the DOJ's stance on releasing the Epstein files at the joint meeting with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the FBI on Wednesday.

“So we have released over 33,000 Epstein documents to the Hill, and we'll continue to follow the law, and to have maximum transparency,” she told reporters. “Also, we will always encourage all victims to come forward.”

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Shamik Banerjee
Shamik is a journalist covering the United States for Hindustan Times. He has more than four years of experience reporting on US politics, sports, and major breaking stories across fast-moving cycles. He previously worked at Times Now and Sportskeeda, building strong newsroom instincts and digital storytelling skills. At HT.com, he focuses on day-to-day coverage of US political developments while also handling high-impact stories that demand speed, accuracy, clarity, and context under pressure. Shamik has extensive experience covering NFL game days over the past two years, coordinating live updates, analysis, and explainers. He is particularly drawn to large news moments such as US elections and the Super Bowl, where he thrives at the news desk working alongside the team. He holds degrees in Media Studies from Jamia Millia Islamia and English Literature from Jadavpur University. Before entering journalism, he briefly worked in digital marketing and political consultancy roles. Currently a Senior Content Producer at HT Digital, he is driven by curiosity, discipline, and a constant desire to explore new and obscure topics. Outside work, he enjoys reading, films, sports, and learning continuously.Read More

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