The Epstein Files Transparency Act (2025) requires the U.S. Attorney General to release all unclassified records, communications, and investigative materials related to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell within 30 days.
November 19, 2025
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temporal
Statutory requirement governing disclosure of investigative materials involving Epstein and Maxwell.
The U.S. Attorney General may designate an interim U.S. attorney to serve for 120 days under federal practice.
November 13, 2025
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temporal
Explains the temporary appointment authority available to the Attorney General for filling U.S. attorney vacancies.
The U.S. Attorney General's responsibilities include efforts to combat violent crime as part of federal law enforcement priorities.
October 07, 2025
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role_definition
Describes a general, enduring responsibility associated with the office of the Attorney General.
The U.S. Attorney General can issue memoranda directing component agencies within the Department of Justice, including the FBI, to assist in protecting federal facilities such as Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities.
October 05, 2025
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legal
Mechanism for Department of Justice coordination to protect federal facilities.
In 1980 the U.S. attorney general issued legal opinions concluding it was illegal for federal agencies to continue spending without authorization from Congress, which led to the modern form of U.S. federal government shutdowns.
January 01, 1980
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temporal
Historical origin of the contemporary federal government shutdown practice
The U.S. Attorney General has the authority to direct federal prosecutors to seek the death penalty in particular cases.
high
legal
Department of Justice supervisory authority over federal prosecutions
The Attorney General has statutory authority to appoint an interim U.S. attorney who may serve for up to 120 days.
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procedural
Federal statute provides a temporary appointment mechanism for filling U.S. attorney vacancies.
Federal law governing U.S. attorney vacancies authorizes the Attorney General to appoint interim U.S. attorneys to lead U.S. Attorney's Offices during vacancies.
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procedural
Statutory authority for filling temporary vacancies in U.S. Attorney offices.