White House Decries Ruling to Keep Epstein Grand Jury Records Sealed, Calls for Transparency in High-Profile Case

WASHINGTON — The White House has expressed disappointment following a federal judge’s decision to keep sealed grand jury materials connected to the sex trafficking case involving Ghislaine Maxwell, an associate of Jeffrey Epstein. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt termed the ruling “unfortunate” during a recent press briefing. U.S. District Judge Paul Engelmayer issued the ruling on Monday, rejecting a motion from the Justice Department seeking to unseal documents believed to contain significant information about the case. In his 31-page opinion, Engelmayer stated that the grand jury proceedings were not meant for investigative purposes, noting that no … Read more

Urvashi Calls for Transparency: Questions Shah Rukh Khan’s National Award Win and Jury Criteria

MUMBAI, India — The recent announcement of the 71st National Film Awards has sparked controversy, particularly regarding the honor bestowed upon Shah Rukh Khan for his performance in “Jawan.” While fans celebrated the actor’s first National Award for Best Actor, actress Urvashi voiced concerns about the decision’s fairness, questioning the jury’s evaluation criteria. Khan’s recognition was met with enthusiasm from his supporters after a 33-year wait in the industry. However, Urvashi, who won the Best Supporting Actress award for her role in “Ullozhukku,” took issue with the distinctions made by the jury, highlighting discrepancies between … Read more

Trump Advocates for Transparency: Seeks Release of Epstein and Maxwell Grand Jury Testimony

West Palm Beach, Florida — Former President Donald Trump is advocating for the public release of grand jury testimony related to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. These testimonies are part of a broader investigation into Epstein’s activities and the alleged complicity of others in his sex trafficking operation. Trump’s call for transparency comes in light of ongoing public interest in the Epstein case, especially after Maxwell was convicted on federal charges of sex trafficking and conspiracy. The former president argues that the public has a right to know the full story behind the high-profile figures … Read more

Justice Department Pushes for Transparency in Epstein Investigation, Seeks to Declassify Grand Jury Testimonies

The U.S. Department of Justice has initiated a move to unseal grand jury transcripts linked to the investigations surrounding Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. The motion highlights that the transcripts include testimony from two law enforcement officials, raising questions about previous transparency efforts under the Trump administration in this prominent case. In a recent filing, the Department underscored the public’s need for clarity regarding the ongoing investigations related to Epstein. Earlier in the month, the Department sought to declassify materials utilized during inquiries in both New York and Florida. Attorney General Pam Bondi and Deputy … Read more