The U.S. Department of Justice says it cannot provide unredacted Jeffrey Epstein-related files sought for a New Mexico investigation, according to reports citing the department’s position. The department indicates that it is unable to release the documents in their original form, while still addressing the requests connected to the state probe. The issue centers on access to records that authorities believe may be relevant to the New Mexico investigation, but which the Justice Department says cannot be disclosed without redactions. Different accounts emphasize that the department’s response involves limitations on sharing sensitive materials rather than a determination on the underlying investigative needs. The reports also note that the Justice Department has provided a framework for how information may be handled, implying that the state may receive either restricted versions of records or guidance on alternative ways to obtain information. The reporting reflects the department’s stance that legal and confidentiality constraints prevent it from turning over the unredacted files as requested.