News of the accused sex trafficker’s death was met with immediate outrage and disbelief, with some, including President Trump, fanning conspiracy theories about the financier with connections to numerous wealthy and powerful figures. News outlets have unearthed details of apparent failings at the New York federal jail that housed Epstein.
The spotlight is squarely on Attorney General William Barr, who has promised a thorough investigation by the FBI and Justice Department inspector general.
View the complete August 13 article by Morgan Chalfant on The Hill website here.