Alleged DOJ interference and delayed review in Jeffrey Epstein prosecution
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The passage suggests possible internal DOJ/USAO obstruction of the review process in the Epstein case, naming specific DOJ staff (Mr. Sloman, Mr. Lefkowitz, Mr. Acosta) and indicating a pattern of del Mr. Sloman allegedly re‑imposed a timetable to thwart a defense request to the Deputy Attorney Gener Emails between Mr. Lefkowitz and Mr. Acosta on Feb. 25‑29, 2008, discuss limiting the review proce
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