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A House Judiciary Committee member has accused Attorney General Bondi of orchestrating a massive Epstein cover-up while failing to meet with survivors, raising serious questions about the integrity of the DOJ.

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Ranking member accuses Attorney General Bondi of Epstein-file cover-up and politicizing DOJ
During opening remarks to the House Judiciary Committee, the ranking member accused Attorney General Bondi of withholding subpoenaed Epstein materials, improperly redacting victim names, and running the Department of Justice as a political instrument; no response from Bondi appears in the provided transcript.
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February 12, 2026 at 8:14 AM
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Maine's Judiciary Committee just shot down a critical bill to reestablish parole, raising alarms about retroactivity and victim rights—what's next for the state's justice system?

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Maine Judiciary Committee declines to advance parole reestablishment bill after concerns over retroactivity and implementation
Lawmakers debated LD 1941 to reestablish parole, focusing on retroactivity, victim impacts and how parole decisions would interact with probation and court orders; Representative Lee moved to pass as amended but the motion failed on a 3–8 roll call.
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February 12, 2026 at 1:46 AM
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Epstein victims stood in front of AG Pam Bondi and asked for accountability. BUT she gave No apology. No acknowledgment. When leaders won’t even say “I’m sorry,” what message does that send to survivors? #VictimRights #Accountability #EpsteinCase #SurvivorVoices
February 11, 2026 at 4:58 PM
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A new bill in Nebraska could redefine who is considered a homicide victim, allowing more voices to be heard in court and enhancing victims' rights during sentencing.

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Bill would expand who may give victim‑impact statements and when they are notified
Sen. Carolyn Boson told the committee LB 11 81 broadens the definition of homicide victim for victim‑impact statements, ensures victims can deliver statements at sentencing (written or read aloud), and requires notice and opportunity to be heard for bond modifications in domestic‑violence cases; defense counsel urged limits around witness sequestration.
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February 9, 2026 at 3:31 PM
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February 8, 2026 at 4:01 PM
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A Massachusetts appeals court is debating whether a victim's diary entry can be used as crucial evidence in a sexual assault case, raising important questions about the rules of "first complaint" evidence.

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Appeals court weighs whether diary can serve as "first complaint" in sexual-assault prosecution
In 24P647 counsel for Robert Albert argued the trial court erred by admitting a victim's diary entry as "first complaint" evidence, while the Commonwealth urged deference to trial-court discretion and fact-specific analysis under King and related precedent.
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February 7, 2026 at 12:22 PM
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Senator Figures' SB203 is set to revolutionize child protection laws in Alabama by closing critical loopholes in kidnapping defenses and expanding the rights of young victims in court.

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Committee advances bill tightening kidnapping defenses and expanding protections for child witnesses
SB203, sponsored by Sen. Figures, clarifies defenses to first-degree kidnapping, creates custodial-misconduct protections for inpatient facilities and expands when child statements may be played to juries; the Judiciary committee gave the bill a favorable report with previous roll.
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February 6, 2026 at 1:19 PM
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Vermont's House just took a bold step forward by amending a bill to create a specific crime for sextortion and extending the statute of limitations for victims of nonconsensual explicit images to a staggering 40 years!

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House amends and advances bill creating sextortion crime, expanding remedies for victims of nonconsensual explicit images
Lawmakers amended H626 to create a separate sextortion crime, expand civil remedies for victims of voyeurism and nonconsensual disclosure, and extend certain statutes of limitation up to 40 years; members exchanged detailed legal questions about definitions, penalties, and ex post facto and proportionality concerns before ordering third reading.
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February 6, 2026 at 11:47 AM
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Utah's Senate is pushing a controversial new rule that could change how prior sexual misconduct allegations are used in adult prosecutions, sparking a heated debate between advocates for victims and defense lawyers.

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Senate Panel Advances Rule Change Letting Prior Sexual‑Misconduct Allegations Be Considered in Adult Cases; Defense Seeks Safeguards
The committee recommended SJR1 to align adult sexual‑misconduct prosecutions with federal practice that allows limited use of prior allegations; proponents said it helps prosecute serial offenders, while defense groups urged similarity limits, Rule 403 balancing, narrowed definitions and a time limit.
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February 5, 2026 at 6:39 PM
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Senator Lopez's Senate Memorial 17 targets the alarming backlog of sexual-assault evidence kits in New Mexico, revealing that over 1,400 kits are still untested beyond the mandated 180 days.

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Committee backs memorial to study sexual-assault evidence kit backlog and testing process
Senate Memorial 17, introduced by Senator Lopez, asks DPS and the New Mexico Coalition of Sexual Assault Programs to review the state's sexual-assault kit testing capacity and backlog; testimony cited a 2016 audit that found over 5,000 untested kits and reported a current backlog of roughly 1,419 kits past the 180-day testing target.
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February 5, 2026 at 5:43 PM
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As if he didn't use this to further his myth of a cabolt of 'elites'... As if he wasn't an 'elite'... 🙃

Has he actually met the victims and survivors? Used his platform?

Or is he bored of exploiting their trauma and pain?? 🤔

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Trump says America should move on from Epstein - it may not be that easy
The justice department says its review of the files is over, but the story is again proving to have a life of its own.
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February 5, 2026 at 8:17 AM
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We’re NOT DONE with the FILES…
FOLLOW THE MONEY‼️
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February 4, 2026 at 6:08 PM
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Justice or Compensation? Navigating a Victim's Dilemma. When you face this tough choice, remember you don't have to go it alone. Act now to seek the justice you deserve! #Justice #VictimRights #LegalSupport
February 1, 2026 at 6:01 PM
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djt only “helped” prosecution
2 silence inevitable truth that would’ve come out
if epstein stayed alive

it’s 1 of the “games”
greedy rich
play4power
& position.
There’s still a chance4truth2prevail

-cult must- (capitulate2truth)
[b] -nullif[ied]y themselves-
2end criminal corruption

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February 1, 2026 at 3:53 PM
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Senate Bill 6017 aims to transform the courtroom experience for victims of sexual assault and domestic violence by allowing them to request support during trials, ensuring their voices are heard without further trauma.

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Senate committee advances victim-centered procedures bill after debate on drafting details
SB 6017 (victim-centered, trauma-informed responses) advanced after members discussed a victim-request mechanism for standby counsel; sponsor withdrew a drafted amendment to rework its language and the committee recommended the substitute (Foxtrot) to Ways and Means.
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January 31, 2026 at 6:19 AM
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A Virginia bill aiming to allow commonwealth attorneys to return seized property to rightful owners faces further review, raising crucial questions about victims' rights.

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Subcommittee continues bill to let commonwealth attorneys seek return of seized property
Supporters said HB623 would let local commonwealth attorneys petition courts to return property seized as evidence when owners lack counsel; the committee continued the bill to allow broader review of forfeiture statutes.
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January 30, 2026 at 4:49 PM
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Community advocates are demanding urgent reforms after revealing shocking failures by law enforcement and prosecutors in supporting crime victims at a recent Bloomington City Council meeting.

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Victim advocates tell Bloomington council police and prosecutors routinely fail survivors, call for independent oversight
Seven public-comment speakers described repeated failures by police and prosecutors — lost evidence, delayed rape-kit results, dismissive front-desk staff and inconsistent notification of victims' rights — and urged the council to pursue time-bound reforms and independent oversight.
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January 30, 2026 at 4:12 PM
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Maine is taking a bold step towards justice for crime victims with a new bill that aims to standardize complaint processes and strengthen protections for their rights.

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Lawmakers weigh bill to centralize victims92 complaints in AG92s office and strengthen subpoena protections
Rep. Lori Gramlich92s LD 2163 would create an AG-led complaint and review process for alleged violations of statutory victims92 rights, require agencies to respond and publish biennial reporting, and tighten notice and counsel rights when subpoenas seek victims92 records. Advocates say the change fills enforcement gaps without creating a private cause of action.
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January 30, 2026 at 7:04 AM
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The Senate Courts of Justice Committee has taken a groundbreaking step by advancing SB136, a bill that could streamline probation reductions and reward positive behavior without the need for a hearing.

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Committee advances SB136 to finance after clarifying probation reduction process
Senate Courts of Justice advanced SB136, which would let courts decrease probation periods without always holding a hearing and incorporates work‑group recommendations; the committee adopted technical line amendments and re-referred the bill to the Finance Committee (Ayes 13, No 2).
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January 27, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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January 24, 2026 at 5:52 PM
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Deandre Singleton's parole was revoked after the Committee on Parole reviewed shocking evidence, including police reports and photographs of a victim's injuries.

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Committee revokes Deandre Singleton’s parole after police report and protective order
After reviewing police photos, a protective order and evidence the board judged credible by preponderance of evidence, the Committee on Parole revoked Deandre Singleton’s parole at the Jefferson Parish hearing.
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January 23, 2026 at 10:06 AM
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A Tennessee appellate panel is deliberating a controversial case where a 16-minute video may challenge the convictions of a man accused of sexual offenses, raising questions of consent and the validity of evidence.

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Tennessee appellate panel hears appeal challenging 'massage' conviction and 11-year sentence
A three-judge Tennessee panel heard arguments in the appeal of Richard Kennedy, where defense counsel said a 16-minute video shows indications of consent and the state said the recording and surrounding ruse demonstrate non-consent; the court took the matter under advisement.
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January 15, 2026 at 1:27 PM
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The latest Louisiana Parole Board meeting revealed significant decisions on parole grants, denials, and alternatives to revocation that could impact the lives of many.

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Parole Board: Grants, Denials and Alternatives — January 13, 2026 (At a glance)
Summary of outcomes from the Committee on Parole session on Jan. 13, 2026: several parole grants to reentry programs under conditions, multiple denials after victim or law-enforcement opposition, and alternatives to revocation in some revocation cases (work release, continuances).
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January 14, 2026 at 7:19 AM
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A contentious appellate hearing in Tennessee has raised critical questions about the admissibility of a victim's letter and its impact on Christopher Falls' conviction.

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Appellate panel hears dispute over admission of victim’s letter in Christopher Falls case
At oral argument, defense counsel urged reversal, saying a victim’s letter and related testimony were offered as hearsay to prove defendant’s conduct; the state argued the material was admissible as instructions or under the state-of-mind exception and that circumstantial evidence made any error harmless. The court took the arguments and has not announced a decision.
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December 29, 2025 at 5:44 PM
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Epstein’s alleged victims accuse DOJ of legal violations over state of files released
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Epstein’s alleged victims accuse DOJ of legal violations over state of files released
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December 23, 2025 at 7:17 AM