First on Scripps News: New Mexico files lawsuit accusing DOJ of withholding Epstein records
After publishing: 2 headlines quietly rewritten, 7 descriptions edited9 changes
- The Guardian Worldseen 5 Aug, 23:33description edited
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Filing by attorney general Raúl Torrez comes after DoJ appears to have ignored deadline for key Epstein ranch files New Mexico filed a lawsuit against the US Department of Justice and acting attorney general, Todd Blanche, on Wednesday for “stonewalling” its criminal investigation into the activities of the late financier and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein at a remote ranch in the state. Raúl Torrez, the New Mexico attorney general, had said he was mulling the possibility of legal action if the...Filing by attorney general Raúl Torrez comes after DoJ appears to have ignored deadline for key Epstein ranch files New Mexico filed a lawsuit against the US Department of Justice and the acting attorney general, Todd Blanche, on Wednesday for “stonewalling” its criminal investigation into the activities of the late financier and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein at a remote ranch in the state. Raúl Torrez, the New Mexico attorney general, had said he was mulling the possibility of legal action if...
- nbcnews.comseen 8 Aug, 16:36description edited
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The lawsuit was filed on the same day New Mexico is releasing a report of its preliminary findings from an ongoing probe into Epstein and his ranch in Stanley.The lawsuit was filed the day New Mexico is releasing a report of its preliminary findings from an ongoing probe into Epstein and his ranch in Stanley.
- wtvbam.comseen 8 Aug, 17:05description edited
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By Andrew Hay Aug 5 (Reuters) - New Mexico sued the U.S. Department of Justice on Wednesday for access to unredacted files on Jeffrey Epstein, alleging the federal agency was stonewalling the state's investigation into the late sex offender by refusin...By Andrew Hay Aug 5 (Reuters) - New Mexico sued the U.S. Department of Justice on Wednesday for access to unredacted files on Jeffrey Epstein, alleging the federal agency was stonewalling the state's investigation into the late sex offender by refusing...
- eptrail.comseen 8 Aug, 17:44headline rewritten
New Mexico sues DOJ, Todd Blanche, saying they blocked Epstein probeState of New Mexico sues Justice Department and Todd Blanche, saying they blocked its Epstein probe - republicanherald.comseen 8 Aug, 19:58headline rewritten
New Mexico sues DOJ, Todd Blanche, saying they blocked Epstein probeState of New Mexico sues Justice Department and Todd Blanche, saying they blocked its Epstein probe - kfgo.comseen 12 Aug, 23:36description edited
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By Andrew Hay Aug 5 (Reuters) - New Mexico sued the U.S. Department of Justice on Wednesday for access to unredacted files on Jeffrey Epstein, alleging the federal agency was stonewalling the state's investigation into the late sex offender by refusin...By Andrew Hay Aug 5 (Reuters) - New Mexico sued the U.S. Department of Justice on Wednesday for access to unredacted files on Jeffrey Epstein, alleging the federal agency was stonewalling the state's investigation into the late sex offender by refusing...
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By Andrew Hay Aug 5 (Reuters) - New Mexico sued the U.S. Department of Justice on Wednesday for access to unredacted files on Jeffrey Epstein, alleging the federal agency was stonewalling the state's investigation into the late sex offender by refusin...By Andrew Hay Aug 5 (Reuters) - New Mexico sued the U.S. Department of Justice on Wednesday for access to unredacted files on Jeffrey Epstein, alleging the federal agency was stonewalling the state's investigation into the late sex offender by refusing...
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By Andrew Hay Aug 5 (Reuters) - New Mexico sued the U.S. Department of Justice on Wednesday for access to unredacted files on Jeffrey Epstein, alleging the federal agency was stonewalling the state's investigation into the late sex offender by refusin...By Andrew Hay Aug 5 (Reuters) - New Mexico sued the U.S. Department of Justice on Wednesday for access to unredacted files on Jeffrey Epstein, alleging the federal agency was stonewalling the state's investigation into the late sex offender by refusing...
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By Andrew Hay Aug 5 (Reuters) - New Mexico sued the U.S. Department of Justice on Wednesday for access to unredacted files on Jeffrey Epstein, alleging the federal agency was stonewalling the state's investigation into the late sex offender by refusin...By Andrew Hay Aug 5 (Reuters) - New Mexico sued the U.S. Department of Justice on Wednesday for access to unredacted files on Jeffrey Epstein, alleging the federal agency was stonewalling the state's investigation into the late sex offender by refusing...
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- 5 Aug, 16:28First on Scripps News: New Mexico files lawsuit accusing DOJ of withholding Epstein records8 outlets
- 5 Aug, 16:48New Mexico sues justice department for ‘stonewalling’ Epstein investigation2 outlets
- 5 Aug, 17:14State of New Mexico sues Justice Department and Todd Blanche, saying they blocked its Epstein probe5 outlets
- 5 Aug, 17:35New Mexico sues US government for access to Epstein files6 outlets
- 5 Aug, 17:38New Mexico sues DOJ and Todd Blanche, alleging they blocked Epstein probe2 outlets
- 5 Aug, 17:44New Mexico Sues DOJ, Blanche Over Epstein Files1 outlet
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Wed, 5 August 2026
45 reports- kbzk.com16:28first to report
The New Mexico Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Justice, accusing the agency of failing to comply with records requests related to Jeffrey Epstein.
7 reprints
- wtkr.com5 Aug, 16:28their copy
- ksby.com5 Aug, 16:28their copy
- wxyz.com5 Aug, 16:28their copy
- abc15.com5 Aug, 16:28their copy
- wtvr.com5 Aug, 16:28their copy
- kztv10.com5 Aug, 16:28their copy
- lex18.com5 Aug, 16:28their copy
- Google News - Top Stories16:48
New Mexico sues justice department for ‘stonewalling’ Epstein investigation The Guardian New Mexico Sues Trump Administration to Get Unredacted Epstein Documents The New York Times New Mexico Officials Accuse DOJ of ‘Stonewalling’ Epstein Probe Bloomberg.com New Mexico sues Justice Dept. over Epstein files on Zorro Ranch USA Today New Mexico Sues Blanche, DOJ For ‘Withholding’ Epstein Files Forbes
- Bloomberg Politics16:55
The New Mexico attorney general’s office is accusing top officials in the US Justice Department of refusing to fully aid a state criminal investigation into the late, disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein and his associates.
- aol.com17:14
The state of New Mexico has sued the Department of Justice and Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, saying the federal government has blocked it from carrying out its own investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's sex crimes
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- eptrail.com5 Aug, 17:23their copy
- republicanherald.com5 Aug, 17:23their copy
- wtvbam.com17:35edited after publishing
By Andrew Hay Aug 5 (Reuters) - New Mexico sued the U.S. Department of Justice on Wednesday for access to unredacted files on Jeffrey Epstein, alleging the federal agency was stonewalling the state's investigation into the late sex offender by refusing...
5 reprints
- yahoo.com5 Aug, 17:35their copy
- kfgo.com5 Aug, 17:35their copy
- hot96.com5 Aug, 17:35their copy
- whtc.com5 Aug, 17:35their copy
- mymixfm.com5 Aug, 17:35their copy
- Google News - Top Stories17:38
New Mexico sues DOJ and Todd Blanche, alleging they blocked Epstein probe NBC News Investigations into Epstein’s mysterious New Mexico ranch add pressure on the Justice Department CNN New Mexico sues Justice Department over Epstein files Politico New Mexico sues justice department for ‘stonewalling’ Epstein investigation The Guardian New Mexico attorney general sues DOJ over Epstein files he says are needed for state probe ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
- iheart.com17:44
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com17:44
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com17:44
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com17:44
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com17:44
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com17:44
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com17:44
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com17:44
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com17:44
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com17:44
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com17:44
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com17:44
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com17:44
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com17:44
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com17:44
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com17:44
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com17:44
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com17:44
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com17:44
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com17:44
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com17:44
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com17:44
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com17:44
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- rawstory.com17:51
A furious attorney general who says acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has been stonewalling his Jeffrey Epstein investigation has filed suit against the Justice department, according to a new report. New Mexico Democratic Attorney General Raúl Torrez filed his lawsuit Wednesday after nearly a mon...
- Google News - Top Stories18:01
New Mexico Attorney General Sues DOJ for Access to Epstein Files WSJ New Mexico sues DOJ and Todd Blanche, alleging they blocked Epstein probe NBC News State of New Mexico sues Justice Department and Todd Blanche, saying they blocked its Epstein probe KCRA Investigations into Epstein’s mysterious New Mexico ranch add pressure on the Justice Department CNN New Mexico sues Justice Dept. over Epstein files on Zorro Ranch USA Today
- The Hill18:20
New Mexico is suing the Department of Justice (DOJ) for access to a set of unredacted Jeffrey Epstein records, alleging the agency is withholding documents that could aid the state’s investigation into the convicted sex offender’s alleged crimes at a remote ranch outside Santa Fe. The 40-page complaint, which also names acting Attorney General Todd...
- abqjournal.com18:28
AG Raúl Torrez says federal stonewalling over Epstein files forced his hand. New Mexico is suing the DOJ for access to unredacted records.
- iheart.com18:30
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com19:45
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com19:45
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com19:45
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- Al Jazeera English19:51
The southwestern US state's attorney general argues that the federal government is withholding key unredacted documents.
- iheart.com20:45
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com20:45
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- abcnews.com20:48
The New Mexico AG has sued the DOJ to force the release of unredacted Epstein files he says are necessary to investigate Jeffrey Epstein's alleged crimes in his state.
- fox23maine.com20:53
New Mexico is filing a lawsuit against the DOJ and acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, stating that they have withheld documents needed for an investigation.
6 reprints
- 13wham.com5 Aug, 20:53their copy
- cnycentral.com5 Aug, 20:53their copy
- weartv.com5 Aug, 20:53their copy
- mynews4.com5 Aug, 20:53their copy
- news3lv.com5 Aug, 20:53their copy
- wsbt.com5 Aug, 20:53their copy
- The Guardian World21:10edited after publishing
Filing by attorney general Raúl Torrez comes after DoJ appears to have ignored deadline for key Epstein ranch files New Mexico filed a lawsuit against the US Department of Justice and the acting attorney general, Todd Blanche, on Wednesday for “stonewalling” its criminal investigation into the activities of the late financier and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein at a remote ranch in the state. Raúl Torrez, the New Mexico attorney general, had said he was mulling the possibility of legal action if...
- iheart.com21:15
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
- iheart.com21:30
New Mexico sues the DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein files. The state needs these documents for its investigation into alleged crimes at Epstein's Zorro Ranch. The DOJ cites privacy concerns, while New Mexico claims delays hinder justice for victims.
Thu, 6 August 2026
3 reports- nbcnews.com06:53edited after publishing
The lawsuit was filed the day New Mexico is releasing a report of its preliminary findings from an ongoing probe into Epstein and his ranch in Stanley.
2 reprints
- PBS NewsHour5 Aug, 19:33their copy
- cp24.com6 Aug, 00:29their copy
- jpost.com08:07
New Mexico sued the Justice Department for access to the files, saying the records are needed to identify alleged victims, witnesses, and facilitators connected to Zorro Ranch.
- fox4news.com19:35
New Mexico has filed a lawsuit against the Department of Justice, alleging the federal agency unlawfully refused to hand over unredacted documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.
2 reprints
- fox32chicago.com6 Aug, 19:35their copy
- foxla.com6 Aug, 19:35their copy
Fri, 7 August 2026
1 report- newsweek.com15:30
New Mexico has sued the Department of Justice, accusing it of stonewalling an investigation into crimes at Epstein's former ranch.