Epstein Associate Names Remain Sealed | JQJO

The Justice Department opposes NBC News' request to unseal the names of two associates who received substantial payments from Jeffrey Epstein in 2018. These payments, totaling $350,000, were made shortly after the Miami Herald published investigative articles criticizing Epstein's 2008 plea deal. The Justice Department cites privacy concerns raised by the associates, who were mentioned in the Miami Herald series and the indictment against Epstein. Prosecutors argued the payments were potential attempts to influence witnesses. A federal judge will decide whether to unseal the names.