'Depraved': Michelle Goldberg slams Trump's handling of Epstein scandal

Legal & Political Analysis - The Justice Department's handling of the Epstein case is viewed as flawed, with concerns about prioritizing political considerations over justice for victims [1][4][7][11] - The focus has shifted from a potential political conspiracy to a human problem centered on justice and accountability for the victims [11][12][13] - The administration's actions, including the handling of documents and Maxwell's prison placement, raise questions about their motives and credibility [8][10][11] Victims & Advocacy - Victims' voices are becoming central to the conversation, influencing public perception and potentially pressuring the DOJ to release documents [5][6][14] - The Juay family's public statements and Representative Presley's call for a House oversight hearing highlight the need to center survivors and hold abusers accountable [5][6] - There is concern that the DOJ has not adequately considered the victims' needs and experiences in its handling of the case [4][14][16] Potential Outcomes & Strategies - The DOJ's strategy appears to be to delay and hope the issue fades from the news cycle, but this may not be effective due to ongoing public interest and advocacy [3][15][16] - The possibility of a House hearing with victims could be beneficial if they are willing to participate, but the DOJ may resist such a hearing [15] - Releasing the documents could be influenced by the increasing pressure from victims' advocates, but the DOJ's past actions suggest they may not prioritize this [14]