Biden sues Justice Department to stop release of audio, transcripts tied to special counsel probe
President Biden has filed a lawsuit against the Justice Department to prevent the release of audio recordings and transcripts related to his interviews during a special counsel investigation. His lawyers argue that the release would violate his privacy rights, as the recordings were obtained during a criminal investigation. The case raises questions about the balance between transparency and privacy in government investigations.
- ▪Biden's lawsuit aims to block the release of audio and transcripts from his interviews with a ghostwriter.
- ▪The Justice Department plans to release these files to Congress and the Heritage Foundation.
- ▪Biden's attorneys argue that the disclosure would invade his privacy rights.
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US News Biden sues Justice Department to stop release of audio, transcripts tied to special counsel probe By Associated Press Published May 27, 2026, 12:38 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Joe Biden sued the Justice Department on Tuesday in an effort to block the release of audio recordings and transcripts of the former president’s interview with a ghostwriter that were obtained by the special counsel who investigated his handling of classified documents.
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