Epstein victims sue Google and the Trump administration over alleged disclosure of personal information

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A plaintiff filed a class-action lawsuit against the Trump administration and Google, alleging the Justice Department leaked personal information about Jeffrey Epstein survivors and Google republished that information via its search engine and AI Mode. The complaint says Google’s AI-generated responses revealed victims’ names, email addresses, and direct links, fueling harassment and renewed trauma. Plaintiffs argue Google’s design intentionally amplified harm and challenge the protections platforms enjoy under Section 230. The case highlights emerging legal risks for AI features and content moderation as courts and regulators reassess platform liability.

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