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Leaked FBI Notes Update

Aug 22, 2026 · 9m

Summary

The host explains the withdrawal of leaked FBI notes due to verification challenges and the accidental exposure of a survivor’s private information. After confirming the documents' authenticity through a source, the host re-uploaded heavily redacted versions to protect the victim’s identity. The episode outlines the next steps: investigating who leaked the unredacted files and awaiting official Department of Justice confirmation of the notes' legitimacy in the Katie Fang case.

Topics discussed

Introduction: Update on leaked notes controversy Initial drop of 22 unredacted pages and verification attempts Confusion over redacted pages and decision to pull content Verification of unredacted notes and handwriting analysis Re-uploading heavily redacted notes for safety Privacy concerns: Exposed survivor identity and data Next steps: Investigating the source of the leak Legal context: Judge Sorban and DOJ verification Survivor's credible story and conclusion
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