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The fallout also underscores how federal institutions have become battlegrounds for the American public’s trust. For those who believe the DOJ has withheld records to shield a corrupt elite, Harris’s words confirmed their worst fears. For those still hoping for institutional integrity, her answer was a disappointing reminder of the politicization of the legal system. The Epstein files have become more than documents; they are a test of the government’s willingness to hold itself accountable.