State of New Mexico sues Justice Department and Todd Blanche, saying they blocked its Epstein probe

The state of New Mexico sued the U.S. Department of Justice and Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, alleging they obstructed a state-led investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's sex crimes at a ranch in the state. The lawsuit claims the federal government withheld critical materials, hindering efforts to hold Epstein's associates accountable, while the DOJ cited court orders to protect victim privacy.