The U.S.Department of Justice (DOJ) faced backlash for its inadequate response to an injunction requiring the translation of foreign-language documents in the Jeffrey Epstein files case.

Legal analyst Michael Popok criticized the DOJ's claim that reviewers could not translate materials 'on the fly,' arguing that simple tools like AI apps could suffice.The injunction, stemming from journalist Katie Phang's lawsuit, demands translations and a redaction log to ensure transparency.

Popok emphasized that the DOJ's refusal to comply with the court order, despite claiming it met the deadline, was 'embarrassing' and likely to anger Judge Emmet Sullivan, known for his strict stance against legal loopholes.The case involves Epstein survivors and sexual abuse victims, many of whom were minors at the time.Popok warned that Sullivan would likely issue a stern rebuke, highlighting the DOJ's failure to uphold judicial mandates.

The controversy underscores broader concerns about the DOJ's handling of complex legal cases, particularly those involving high-profile figures and victims seeking justice.The situation also raises questions about the adequacy of legal procedures in ensuring accountability and transparency in sensitive investigations.