under seal

phrase

: with an authenticating seal affixed

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As is normal in active, high-profile investigations, the federal court docket shows the search warrant was originally filed by DOJ under seal, shielding its contents from public view. Josh Campbell, CNN Money, 19 July 2026

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“Under seal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/under%20seal. Accessed 4 Aug. 2026.

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