Published July 15, 2026 at 12:04 PM ET · Updated July 17, 2026 at 12:06 PM ET
Commentary asks whether the Epstein files have become a moral panic
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Commentary questioned whether attention to the Epstein files has become a moral panic. Separately, AG nominee Todd Blanche took responsibility for missteps regarding the files and said an anti-weaponization fund is dead.
Patriot Watch first flagged this story 2 d ago, when Washington Times reported it. Coverage has since grown to 3 independent outlets. The most recent report came 3 hr ago from Reason. Verification tier: Confirmed — reported independently by wire/mainstream and conservative outlets.
