Federal agencies have announced the continuation of investigations into matters related to Jeffrey Epstein, with the Government Accountability Office (GAO) set to examine the Department of Justice's handling of the Epstein files.

This development follows a broader wave of congressional oversight, including a separate inquiry into Rep.

Chuck Edwards by the House Ethics Committee.

The ongoing investigations are adding to a complex landscape of political and legal scrutiny.

The GAO's role, as mandated by Congress, is to ensure transparency and accountability in federal operations.

The probe into the Department of Justice's actions could have significant implications for how sensitive files are managed and disclosed.