Former US President Bill Clinton and Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton have refused to testify in relation to the Jeffrey Epstein case. Only 1 per cent of the total Epstein files have been released by the US Department of Justice, and those have significant mentions of Bill Clinton. The Republican-led House oversight committee announced on Thursday that it will seek to hold former President Bill Clinton in contempt of Congress.&nbsp;“We’ve communicated with President Clinton’s legal team for months now, giving them opportunity after opportunity, to come in, to give us a day, and they continue to delay, delay, delay to the point where we had no idea whether they’re going to show up today or not," &nbsp;said James Comer, Chair of the House Oversight Committee for Epstein Files.Bill and Hillary Clinton explained their decision to the House oversight committee in a letter that was shared on the social media platform X by Hillary Clinton.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-element-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/world/clintons-epstein-house-investigation-contempt-threat-1765867229801&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi3s8ik7YqSAxWda2wGHWVTLo8QFnoECAEQAg&amp;usg=AOvVaw038wGqRgg_BvRphACEmcM-">Trump 'diverting attention' from himself as Bill and Hillary Clinton are avoiding testifying in Epstein case</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">This is not about Right or Left, it’s about Right and Wrong. <a href="https://t.co/GMfT2YX2vm">pic.twitter.com/GMfT2YX2vm</a>&mdash; Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) <a href="https://twitter.com/HillaryClinton/status/2011099228848996494?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Both Hillary and Bill have been dodging the testimony in Congress since August 2025, when they were subpoenaed to testify before Congress. Their attorney has argued that the subpoenas are "legally invalid" and "unenforceable". Hillary Clinton has described the range of actions that she deemed unprecedented and dangerous. The letter by Hillary argues that House Oversight Chair James Comer is engaged in a partisan attempt to vilify them. It does very little to uncover the truth. &nbsp;She argues that they have less direct knowledge of the case related to those who have been subpoenaed and quietly dismissed.&nbsp;"Despite everything that needs to be done to help our country, you are on the cusp of bringing Congress to a halt to pursue a rarely used process literally designed to result in our imprisonment," read the letter. "This is not the way out of America's ills, and we will forcefully defend ourselves."Clinton's spokesperson, Angel Ureña, said of Comer in December, “For months, we’ve been offering the same exact thing he accepted from the rest, but he refuses and won’t explain why.”&nbsp;Representative Ro Khanna, Democrat- California, has said that everyone implicated, even if they are democrats, should explain. Ro Khanna is a member of the House Oversight Committee and led a bipartisan push to force a floor vote on the release of the Epstein files last year.&nbsp;&nbsp;

House GOP moves to hold Bill and Hillary Clinton in contempt after they skipped subpoenas to testify in a congressional investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.

Former US President Bill Clinton and Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton have refused to testify in relation to the Jeffrey Epstein case. Only 1 per cent of the total Epstein files have been released by the US Department of Justice, and those have significant mentions of Bill Clinton. The Republican-led House oversight committee announced on Thursday that it will seek to hold former President Bill Clinton in contempt of Congress. “We’ve communicated with President Clinton’s legal team for months now, giving them opportunity after opportunity, to come in, to give us a day, and they continue to delay, delay, delay to the point where we had no idea whether they’re going to show up today or not," said James Comer, Chair of the House Oversight Committee for Epstein Files. Bill and Hillary Clinton explained their decision to the House oversight committee in a letter that was shared on the social media platform X by Hillary Clinton. Also Read: Trump 'diverting attention' from himself as Bill and Hillary Clinton are avoiding testifying in Epstein case

House GOP moves to hold Bill and Hillary Clinton in contempt after they skipped subpoenas to testify in a congressional investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.

Bill and Hillary Clinton refused testification in Epstein case, Republican seek contempt action

Bill and Hillary Clinton have refused to testify before a Republican led House investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, calling the probe a partisan exercise. Oversight Committee chairman James Comer says he will move to hold Bill Clinton in contempt of Congress, with similar proceedings threatened against Hillary Clinton if she does not appear, raising the prospect of legal action against the former first couple.

Epstein Files: Clintons Refuse to Testify in Epstein Inquiry as Contempt Threat Looms

After the Department of Justice stated on Christmas Eve that it needs a "few more weeks" to finish releasing the Jeffrey Epstein files, officials revealed on Tuesday that there are more than 2 million documents "potentially responsive" to the Epstein Files Transparency Act that are in "various phases of review."

Epstein Files: DOJ Commits 400 Lawyers to Review Millions Documents Uncovered in Epstein Files

Trump's biggest ally and cheerleader, turned critic, Marjorie Taylor Greene's break-up with Donald Trump over the Epstein files is turning ugly. In a New York Times interview, Greene revealed that while she was pushing for the release and held a press conference on Capitol Hill, threatening to “name the names” of powerful people involved in the abuse of the victims, Trump called Greene to express his displeasure. According to Greene, she was at the Capitol Hill office and listening to Mr Trump on speaker phone as he screamed, “My friends will get hurt.” When Greene asked President Trump to invite the victims to the Oval Office, he said they had done nothing to ”merit the honour".That was the last time former Republican Congresswoman from Georgia spoke to the US President Donald Trump. She asserted that the handling of the Epstein files has been everything that's wrong with Washington. She described it as “Rich, powerful elites doing horrible things and getting away with it. And the women are the victims.”&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Marjorie Taylor Greene says live on CNN: &quot;I think the right question to ask is, was Jeffrey Epstein working for Israel? I&#39;m proud to say I don&#39;t take money from AIPAC.&quot; I don&#39;t think I have ever seen Dana Bash look this angry... <a href="https://t.co/OnQr4eYUkn">pic.twitter.com/OnQr4eYUkn</a>&mdash; Trita Parsi (@tparsi) <a href="https://twitter.com/tparsi/status/1990276499694580121?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 17, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Greene, on several occasions, has expressed her doubts about foreign involvement in the Epstein case. On one occasion, Marjorie Taylor Greene told CNN host Dana Bash, “I think the right question to ask was whether Jeffrey Epstein was working for Israel. I am proud to say, I don't take money from AIPAC, I don't take money from any special group of people. I am just representing my district and the American people.” To which Dana Bash was taken aback and seemed frustrated.The interesting part is that Jeremy Bash, Dana Bash's ex-husband and a former CIA executive, was liaising with an Israeli intelligence officer, Yoni Koren, who was staying at &nbsp;Epstein's house to exchange messages and set up meetings between Ehud Barak and Leon Panetta, former CIA Director and Secretary of Defence, as revealed from Epstein's calendar and investigative report by Dropsite News. So Greene discussing this at CNN must have come as a shock to the CNN host, as can be seen in her further discussions.&nbsp;While talking to the Times, Greene revealed an earlier occasion when she received hate mail featuring a nickname in the subject line that Trump had attributed to her just a day before, “Marjorie Traitor Greene.” The message featured a threat to her son, who was at college, “Derek will have his life snuffed out soon.”The former Congresswoman reportedly sent a copy of the text to President Donald Trump, who reportedly did not mention her son in the reply, instead sending a long reply with insults. When she asked that the children remain off limits, Trump reportedly said she has only herself to blame.Once a big-time Trump ally, Greene parted ways in her pursuit of the Epstein files. Since then, she has opposed Trump in almost everything from his airstrikes on Iran to support Israel, aid to Ukraine and the US government shutdown.&nbsp;

Marjorie Taylor Greene says Donald Trump berated her over the Epstein files, warning “my friends will get hurt,” deepening their political fallout.

Trump's biggest ally and cheerleader, turned critic, Marjorie Taylor Greene's break-up with Donald Trump over the Epstein files is turning ugly. In a New York Times interview, Greene revealed that while she was pushing for the release and held a press conference on Capitol Hill, threatening to “name the names” of powerful people involved in the abuse of the victims, Trump called Greene to express his displeasure. According to Greene, she was at the Capitol Hill office and listening to Mr Trump on speaker phone as he screamed, “My friends will get hurt.” When Greene asked President Trump to invite the victims to the Oval Office, he said they had done nothing to ”merit the honour". That was the last time former Republican Congresswoman from Georgia spoke to the US President Donald Trump. She asserted that the handling of the Epstein files has been everything that's wrong with Washington. She described it as “Rich, powerful elites doing horrible things and getting away with it. And the women are the victims.”

Marjorie Taylor Greene says Donald Trump berated her over the Epstein files, warning “my friends will get hurt,” deepening their political fallout.

Marjorie Taylor Greene reveals Trump's reason for Epstein files cover-up: 'My friends will get hurt'

The Miami Herald investigative reporter, who is known for her reporting of the late sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, has found her flight details of an American Airlines flight in Epstein's files on the day Epstein was arrested. In a post on the social media platform, Julie called out the Department of Justice for why her flight details were present along with a grand jury subpoena. The flight date corresponds to the day Epstein was arrested by federal agents. He was charged with one count of sex trafficking and one count of conspiracy to commit sex trafficking of minors.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Does somebody at the DOJ want to tell me why my American Airlines booking information and flights in July 2019 are part of the Epstein files (attached to a grand jury subpoena)? As the flight itinerary includes my maiden name (and I did book this flight) why was the DOJ… <a href="https://t.co/m1mgP6pdgk">pic.twitter.com/m1mgP6pdgk</a>&mdash; julie k. brown (@jkbjournalist) <a href="https://twitter.com/jkbjournalist/status/2005374836881633511?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

In 2008, Epstein was convicted of sex trafficking of a minor. But he received a lenient sentence of 18 months in county prison. In prison, he was allotted a separate wing, and the door of the cell was always open. He would leave for 12 hours a day, six days a week, for work purposes. He was released after serving less than 13 months of that sentence. The deal also saw unconditional immunity for any possible coconspirator. The secret deal was struck between Alex Acosta, then United States Attorney for the Southern District of Florida, and Epstein's lawyers Alan Dershowitz, Kenneth Starr, Roy Black, Jay Lefkowitz and Guy Lewis.&nbsp;Julie Knipe Brown's series of interviews with Epstein's victims in 2018, featured in the Miami Herald, has been credited with reactivating the investigation. She spoke to nearly 80 alleged victims of Epstein, as young as 13 or 14, during the time of abuse. Those interviews were collated and later published in her book “Perversion of Justice”. Her investigation led to the resignation of Alex Acosta in 2019, serving as the Labour Secretary for Donald Trump.&nbsp;Brown said she was expecting her name to appear in the Epstein files due to her extensive reporting on his crimes in South Florida; however, she was shocked to find her travel itinerary along with her maiden name. While some on social media argued that the DOJ subpoenaed the travel records of Epstein victims, and she might have booked a flight for a victim.&nbsp;

Miami Herald reporter Julie K. Brown says her American Airlines flight details appeared in Jeffrey Epstein's files on the day of his arrest, raising questions for the DOJ.

The Miami Herald investigative reporter, who is known for her reporting of the late sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, has found her flight details of an American Airlines flight in Epstein's files on the day Epstein was arrested. In a post on the social media platform, Julie called out the Department of Justice for why her flight details were present along with a grand jury subpoena. The flight date corresponds to the day Epstein was arrested by federal agents. He was charged with one count of sex trafficking and one count of conspiracy to commit sex trafficking of minors.

Miami Herald reporter Julie K. Brown says her American Airlines flight details appeared in Jeffrey Epstein's files on the day of his arrest, raising questions for the DOJ.

Epstein files reveal Miami Herald reporter Julie Brown’s flight details on day of his arrest

From Leslie Wexner and the MEGA Group to Robert Maxwell, Maria Farmer’s testimony and intelligence allegations — how Jeffrey Epstein functioned within elite networks rather than as a lone predator.

From Leslie Wexner and the MEGA Group to Robert Maxwell, Maria Farmer’s testimony and intelligence allegations - how Jeffrey Epstein functioned within elite networks rather than as a lone predator.

Epstein Files: Inside the allegations pointing to a global network beyond Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell

US President Donald Trump's self-appointed troller-in-chief, Gavin Newsom, has dropped an end-of-the year message on the highly controversial Epstein files. Trolling Trump, the California governor has posted a short video on his X account, along with the caption, "2025: [REDACTED]," an apparent reference to the thousands of partially and in some cases fully redacted documents "dropped" by the Trump DOJ as part of the much-awaited Epstein Files release.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/sick-of-epstein-files-redactions-internet-sleuths-have-discovered-a-hack-to-read-everything-here-s-how-1766553752960">Sick of Epstein files redactions? Internet sleuths have discovered a hack to read almost EVERYTHING. Here's how</a><h2>What's in the video?</h2>The video Newsom posted shines the spotlight on the Trump-Epstein friendship, which the POTUS claims ended with him kicking out the "creep" (Epstein) from his Mar-a-Lago resort. At the beginning of the video, a voice narrates, "And with that, the 2025 season comes to an end," as a headline appears "DOJ defends removing Trump photo from Epstein files". Behind the headline cutout is the Trump photo that was removed by the DOJ, triggering cover-up claims.The rest of the clip has a video of Trump with Epstein as the background, and in the foreground runs a slideshow of both the completely blackened-out pages and those that were not redacted. All of this is set to Mumford &amp; Sons’ song, White Blank Page.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">2025: [REDACTED] <a href="https://t.co/5L1rOMcWmF">pic.twitter.com/5L1rOMcWmF</a>&mdash; Gavin Newsom (@GavinNewsom) <a href="https://twitter.com/GavinNewsom/status/2003894328851419214?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 24, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

It then moves on to highlight damning quotes about Trump featured in the Epstein files, like the one the sex offender wrote in an email: "I have met some very bad people... none as bad as Trump."The video also highlights, "Donald Trump travelled on Epstein's jet many more times than previously has been reported (or that we were aware)". This bit of info was included in one of the recent file drops. A 2020 emails from the Southern District of New York shows that Trump was on Epstein's plane multiple times, including one flight with "only three passengers" - Trump, Epstein and an unnamed 20-year-old woman.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-s-doj-receives-one-million-new-documents-when-can-we-expect-a-new-epstein-files-drop-1766634140302">Trump DOJ 'finds' million new Epstein files after January 19 release deadline. When will they be released?</a><h2>More Epstein files expected</h2>In a post on X, the Donald Trump DOJ revealed that it has received around one million more documents "potentially related to the Jeffrey Epstein case" but stopped short of giving a timeline for when the public will see them.In a brief statement posted Wednesday (Dec 24), the department said the files were handed over by the FBI and the US Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York. Officials said teams were now working "around the clock" to review the material and apply redactions meant to protect victims before publication."We will release the documents as soon as possible," the Justice Department said, adding that the sheer volume of material meant the process could take "a few more weeks".

California Governor Gavin Newsom has trolled Donald Trump with a sharp video mocking redacted Epstein files, spotlighting Trump’s past ties with Jeffrey Epstein. Set to music and leaked quotes, the post fans cover-up claims as the DOJ admits more Epstein documents are coming.

US President Donald Trump's self-appointed troller-in-chief, Gavin Newsom, has dropped an end-of-the year message on the highly controversial Epstein files. Trolling Trump, the California governor has posted a short video on his X account, along with the caption, "2025: [REDACTED]," an apparent reference to the thousands of partially and in some cases fully redacted documents "dropped" by the Trump DOJ as part of the much-awaited Epstein Files release. Also read | Sick of Epstein files redactions? Internet sleuths have discovered a hack to read almost EVERYTHING. Here's how What's in the video? The video Newsom posted shines the spotlight on the Trump-Epstein friendship, which the POTUS claims ended with him kicking out the "creep" (Epstein) from his Mar-a-Lago resort. At the beginning of the video, a voice narrates, "And with that, the 2025 season comes to an end," as a headline appears "DOJ defends removing Trump photo from Epstein files". Behind the headline cutout is the Trump photo that was removed by the DOJ, triggering cover-up claims. The rest of the clip has a video of Trump with Epstein as the background, and in the foreground runs a slideshow of both the completely blackened-out pages and those that were not redacted. All of this is set to Mumford & Sons’ song, White Blank Page.

California Governor Gavin Newsom has trolled Donald Trump with a sharp video mocking redacted Epstein files, spotlighting Trump’s past ties with Jeffrey Epstein. Set to music and leaked quotes, the post fans cover-up claims as the DOJ admits more Epstein documents are coming.

'2025: REDACTED': Newsom goes full troll mode on Trump over Epstein files redactions. Watch viral video

One of the women abused by late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has demanded that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor face questioning in the United States, as the lawyer representing his late accuser said those who accepted his denials should feel “deep shame”. Speaking to The Guardian after the latest batch of Epstein-related documents became public, survivor Marina Lacerda said the former royal must be held accountable. Lacerda, who was trafficked by Epstein as a teenager, said justice has been delayed for far too long.&nbsp;Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, has repeatedly denied allegations made by Virginia Giuffre, who accused him of sexual abuse after meeting him in 2001 when she was 17. Giuffre died by suicide in April this year. Recently released US Justice Department files appear to include communications suggesting Mountbatten-Windsor sought assistance from Epstein’s associate Ghislaine Maxwell in arranging meetings with what he referred to as “inappropriate friends”. Maxwell is currently serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-who-s-controlling-doj-s-x-account-thomas-massie-calls-out-doj-for-delaying-epstein-files-release-1766678465436">‘Who’s controlling DOJ’s X account?’: Thomas Massie calls out DOJ for delaying Epstein Files release</a>&nbsp;Giuffre’s longtime lawyer, Brad Edwards, said public faith in Mountbatten-Windsor’s denials had been deeply misplaced. “Virginia showed extraordinary courage,” Edwards said, adding that anyone who doubted her claims should now reconsider their position. Lacerda, who was first exploited by Epstein at the age of 14, said governments on both sides of the Atlantic failed Giuffre by not properly investigating her allegations. She said it was unacceptable that meaningful scrutiny only followed Giuffre’s death and the posthumous release of her memoir.&nbsp;“So many people ignored her while he stayed silent and protected,” Lacerda said. “It’s disturbing that accountability still feels out of reach.”The newly unsealed files also reveal that US investigators once sought to interview Mountbatten-Windsor over his connection to another convicted sex offender, Peter Nygard. He declined to cooperate, and the inquiry did not proceed further.&nbsp;Emails cited in the documents, dating back to 2001 and 2002, suggest exchanges between Maxwell and a man identified only as “A”, who referenced royal residences, family details, and leaving the Royal Navy, details consistent with Mountbatten-Windsor’s life at the time. In one message, the individual asked Maxwell whether she had located “new inappropriate friends”. In another exchange, Maxwell requested “friendly, discreet and fun” young women for a man named Andrew during a trip to Peru, which coincided with an official overseas visit undertaken by Mountbatten-Windsor.Giuffre detailed those encounters in her memoir Nobody’s Girl, writing that she was instructed by Maxwell to treat Mountbatten-Windsor the same way she had been forced to treat Epstein. She described him as entitled and said she was paid after the encounters.&nbsp;Mountbatten-Windsor has continued to deny the allegations, though he reached an out-of-court settlement with Giuffre in 2022. The Guardian said it was unable to obtain a comment from him or his representatives regarding the latest disclosures.

'Bring him to justice': Epstein survivor demands action over Prince Andrew links

One of the women abused by late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has demanded that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor face questioning in the United States, as the lawyer representing his late accuser said those who accepted his denials should feel “deep shame”. Speaking to The Guardian after the latest batch of Epstein-related documents became public, survivor Marina Lacerda said the former royal must be held accountable. Lacerda, who was trafficked by Epstein as a teenager, said justice has been delayed for far too long. Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, has repeatedly denied allegations made by Virginia Giuffre, who accused him of sexual abuse after meeting him in 2001 when she was 17. Giuffre died by suicide in April this year. Recently released US Justice Department files appear to include communications suggesting Mountbatten-Windsor sought assistance from Epstein’s associate Ghislaine Maxwell in arranging meetings with what he referred to as “inappropriate friends”. Maxwell is currently serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking. Also Read: ‘Who’s controlling DOJ’s X account?’: Thomas Massie calls out DOJ for delaying Epstein Files release Giuffre’s longtime lawyer, Brad Edwards, said public faith in Mountbatten-Windsor’s denials had been deeply misplaced. “Virginia showed extraordinary courage,” Edwards said, adding that anyone who doubted her claims should now reconsider their position. Lacerda, who was first exploited by Epstein at the age of 14, said governments on both sides of the Atlantic failed Giuffre by not properly investigating her allegations. She said it was unacceptable that meaningful scrutiny only followed Giuffre’s death and the posthumous release of her memoir. “So many people ignored her while he stayed silent and protected,” Lacerda said. “It’s disturbing that accountability still feels out of reach.” The newly unsealed files also reveal that US investigators once sought to interview Mountbatten-Windsor over his connection to another convicted sex offender, Peter Nygard. He declined to cooperate, and the inquiry did not proceed further. Emails cited in the documents, dating back to 2001 and 2002, suggest exchanges between Maxwell and a man identified only as “A”, who referenced royal residences, family details, and leaving the Royal Navy, details consistent with Mountbatten-Windsor’s life at the time. In one message, the individual asked Maxwell whether she had located “new inappropriate friends”. In another exchange, Maxwell requested “friendly, discreet and fun” young women for a man named Andrew during a trip to Peru, which coincided with an official overseas visit undertaken by Mountbatten-Windsor. Giuffre detailed those encounters in her memoir Nobody’s Girl, writing that she was instructed by Maxwell to treat Mountbatten-Windsor the same way she had been forced to treat Epstein. She described him as entitled and said she was paid after the encounters. Mountbatten-Windsor has continued to deny the allegations, though he reached an out-of-court settlement with Giuffre in 2022. The Guardian said it was unable to obtain a comment from him or his representatives regarding the latest disclosures.

Jeffrey Epstein survivor, Marina Lacerda, urges US and UK authorities to question Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor after new files revive abuse allegations

The US Justice Department has hinted at another massive release of documents tied to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, saying it has received more than one million additional records. But when will these files be dropped? Here's everything you need to know.<h2>When can we expect new Epstein files?</h2>In a post on X, the Donald Trump DOJ revealed that it has received around one million more documents "potentially related to the Jeffrey Epstein case" but stopped short of giving a timeline for when the public will see them.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/sick-of-epstein-files-redactions-internet-sleuths-have-discovered-a-hack-to-read-everything-here-s-how-1766553752960">Sick of Epstein files redactions? This hack will allow you to read almost EVERYTHING</a>In a brief statement posted Wednesday (Dec 24), the department said the files were handed over by the FBI and the US Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York. Officials said teams were now working "around the clock" to review the material and apply redactions meant to protect victims before publication."We will release the documents as soon as possible," the Justice Department said, adding that the sheer volume of material meant the process could take "a few more weeks".

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The US Attorney for the Southern District of New York and the FBI have informed the Department of Justice that they have uncovered over a million more documents potentially related to the Jeffrey Epstein case. The DOJ has received these documents from SDNY and the FBI to review…&mdash; U.S. Department of Justice (@TheJusticeDept) <a href="https://twitter.com/TheJusticeDept/status/2003901580341334257?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 24, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Cover-up allegations resurface</h2>The announcement immediately triggered accusations of stalling and a cover-up scheme on Capitol Hill. Democrats on the House Oversight Committee, who have been pushing for full disclosure under the Epstein Files Transparency Act, said the delay only deepened public suspicion.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-epstein-files-put-trump-back-in-the-spotlight-jet-trips-and-disturbing-memo-on-his-love-for-nubile-girls-emerge-1766540433065">New Epstein files put Trump back in the spotlight: Disturbing letter reveals his love for 'nubile girls' and grabbing 's****h'</a>Representative Robert Garcia accused the administration of shielding powerful figures who abused women and girls. "The White House is openly engaged in a cover-up protecting Epstein's co-conspirators and the powerful men who abused women and girls", he said, noting it was "outrageous that the DOJ has illegally withheld over 1 million documents from the public". Notably, under the Epstein Files Transparency Act, there was a December 19 deadline for the release.Garcia also demanded testimony from Attorney General Pam Bondi to explain why the release has dragged on.&nbsp;

When will the next Epstein files be released? The DOJ says it has received over 1 million new Epstein-related records, but when will we see them? All we know.

The US Justice Department has hinted at another massive release of documents tied to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, saying it has received more than one million additional records. But when will these files be dropped? Here's everything you need to know. When can we expect new Epstein files? In a post on X, the Donald Trump DOJ revealed that it has received around one million more documents "potentially related to the Jeffrey Epstein case" but stopped short of giving a timeline for when the public will see them. Also read | Sick of Epstein files redactions? This hack will allow you to read almost EVERYTHING In a brief statement posted Wednesday (Dec 24), the department said the files were handed over by the FBI and the US Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York. Officials said teams were now working "around the clock" to review the material and apply redactions meant to protect victims before publication. "We will release the documents as soon as possible," the Justice Department said, adding that the sheer volume of material meant the process could take "a few more weeks".

When will the next Epstein files be released? The DOJ says it has received over 1 million new Epstein-related records, but when will we see them? All we know.

Trump DOJ 'finds' million new Epstein files after January 19 release deadline. When will they be released?

A video on social media surfaced showing that text blacked out in PDF files related to the Epstein case can be revealed by simply copying and pasting it. The workaround, now viral online, has sparked fresh debate over digital redaction practices and document security.&nbsp;From the video, it appears that some redactions were done poorly—black bars over text without removing the underlying data, allowing copy-paste to reveal it. Similar instances were also confirmed on several social media that include Reddit, TikTok, and Threads.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Users on TikTok realizing they can just copy and paste the &quot;redacted&quot; text from Epstein file PDFs to read what it says <a href="https://t.co/eboS6kOsqE">pic.twitter.com/eboS6kOsqE</a>&mdash; Mike Rundle (@flyosity) <a href="https://twitter.com/flyosity/status/2003487819587821613?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 23, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Earlier, the release of Epstein files, which were heavily redacted, faced heavy criticism on social media after the US Department of Justice on Friday (December 19, 2025) released several documents related to its investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.&nbsp;The release made public featured photographs of former president Bill Clinton and other prominent figures who were part of Epstein’s wealthy social circle, such as Mick Jagger and Michael Jackson. Large sections of the files, however, were obscured by heavy redactions. The tight control exercised by officials under President Donald Trump’s administration fuelled scepticism over whether the disclosures would put to rest long-running conspiracy theories about an alleged high-level cover-up.&nbsp;The US Department of Justice said the redactions were necessary to safeguard victims’ identities, but many social media users remained unconvinced. Instead, the extensive blackouts became the subject of widespread ridicule, with memes and jokes quickly circulating online after the documents were released.<h3>Social media is flooded with different reactions, memes</h3>After the video surfaced on the social media platform X, netizens flooded the comment section with their mixed opinions and multiple memes. One of the netizens wrote," For a brief instant I thought “ain’t no way, they can’t be THIS incompetent,” then in the same breath I remembered who was in charge again. Comedy."&nbsp;The next said,"Redacted text in PDFs often isn’t truly removed, just hidden visually, making copy-paste reveal original content."&nbsp;Another wrote,"To the intern who knew this was going to happen and chose to keep their mouth shut."&nbsp;"Wait wait.. what if whomever redacted the files is actually a defender of truth and wanted this to happen," the next also said.

The release of Epstein files, which were heavily redacted, faced heavy criticism on social media after the US Department of Justice on Friday (December 19, 2025) released several documents related to its probe into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

A video on social media surfaced showing that text blacked out in PDF files related to the Epstein case can be revealed by simply copying and pasting it. The workaround, now viral online, has sparked fresh debate over digital redaction practices and document security. From the video, it appears that some redactions were done poorly—black bars over text without removing the underlying data, allowing copy-paste to reveal it. Similar instances were also confirmed on several social media that include Reddit, TikTok, and Threads.

The release of Epstein files, which were heavily redacted, faced heavy criticism on social media after the US Department of Justice on Friday (December 19, 2025) released several documents related to its probe into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Can ‘Redacted’ Epstein Files be read? Here's what viral clip reveals about blacked-out text

In a newly released Epstein Files document briefly disclosed by the Department of Justice, there is a tip to a “party for prostitutes" at Mar-a-Lago of Donald Trump in 2000. The FBI received the tip on September 10, 2020. This tip came from an unnamed woman who was brought to Epstein's property in Palm Beach, Florida, by an associate of Ghislaine Maxwell named Villeneuve, who now sells real estate in Irving, Florida. The name of the women has been redacted by the the DOJ. These are some of the particular tips which have not been verified by the Justice Department.&nbsp;“They entered the property through the backyard, and Villeneuve said she would go inside to speak with the hostess, which (tipster) believes was Ghislaine Maxwell,” read the document.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

FBI file: 10/09/2020

Villeneuve then introduced the tipster to a man who identified himself as Bobby Cox, a model scout. Villenueve laughed and called the man “You're a pimp." Villeneuve then took the (tipster) to reportedly meet a man named Curt Schmidt, who is the CEO of Blue Buffalo. She (tipster) was then asked if she would be “cool to have s*x”. &nbsp;“Villeneuve took (tipster) back inside and someone told the party that Donald Trump had invited them all to a party at Mar-a-Lago,” the document adds. “(Tipster) told Villeneuve she wanted to go, but Villeneuve told [redacted] it wasn’t that kind of party, it was for prostitutes.”The DOJ on Tuesday, just after releasing nearly 30,000 more pages of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, posted something which appeared like the statement of the defence attorney of Donald Trump. &nbsp;“Some of these documents contain untrue and sensationalist claims made against President Trump that were submitted to the FBI right before the 2020 election. To be clear: the claims are unfounded and false, and if they had a shred of credibility, they certainly would have been weaponised against President Trump already.”&nbsp;

Newly released Epstein Files reveal an unverified 2020 FBI tip alleging a “party for prostitutes” linked to Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago in 2000. The DOJ says the claims are unfounded and sensationalist.

In a newly released Epstein Files document briefly disclosed by the Department of Justice, there is a tip to a “party for prostitutes" at Mar-a-Lago of Donald Trump in 2000. The FBI received the tip on September 10, 2020. This tip came from an unnamed woman who was brought to Epstein's property in Palm Beach, Florida, by an associate of Ghislaine Maxwell named Villeneuve, who now sells real estate in Irving, Florida. The name of the women has been redacted by the the DOJ. These are some of the particular tips which have not been verified by the Justice Department. “They entered the property through the backyard, and Villeneuve said she would go inside to speak with the hostess, which (tipster) believes was Ghislaine Maxwell,” read the document.

Newly released Epstein Files reveal an unverified 2020 FBI tip alleging a “party for prostitutes” linked to Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago in 2000. The DOJ says the claims are unfounded and sensationalist.

Epstein files allege Trump held 'party for prostitutes' in Mar-a-lago

The Epstein file drops have become a source of fascination for one and all, with their horrific pictures and twisted stories. The latest document dump, which featured 11,034 documents, has uncovered concerning photos and documents from the archives; however, the blacked-out bits, aka the redactions, have become a source of irritation for many. Now, internet sleuths and amateur hackers have come up with a hack to uncover most of what's been redacted. Here's how you can do it too.<h2>How can I bypass the Epstein Files redactions?</h2>The fresh release of files tied to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein has taken an unexpected turn, after online users discovered that some of the Justice Department's redactions can be undone with little more than basic copy and paste tools.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-epstein-files-put-trump-back-in-the-spotlight-jet-trips-and-disturbing-memo-on-his-love-for-nubile-girls-emerge-1766540433065">New Epstein files put Trump back in the spotlight: Disturbing letter reveals his love for 'nubile girls' and grabbing 's****h'</a>The Department of Justice on Monday published more than 11,000 documents under the Epstein Files Transparency Act. Many of the pages were heavily blacked out, with names and passages obscured. Within hours, however, users on X began sharing a workaround that appeared to expose some of the hidden text.According to several posts that quickly went viral, portions of the redacted material could be highlighted, copied and pasted into another document, revealing what was meant to remain concealed. One post describing the method drew millions of views, with users accusing the department of sloppy handling of a politically sensitive release.<h2>Step-by-step instructions on how to see redacted info</h2>There are even step-by-step video tutorials that walk viewers through the process step by step, mocking the redaction technique and questioning how such an error made it into a high-profile federal disclosure. Others claimed that searching within the documents caused redacted names to reappear, including repeated references to US President Donald Trump.Watch one here:

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The discovery poured fuel on long-running suspicions that the files were being selectively censored. Trump's name appears numerous times across the document dump, reflecting his friendship with Epstein. Trump has not been accused of wrongdoing in the case, and has repeatedly said he cut ties with Epstein years before the financier’s 2019 death in a New York jail.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/house-democrats-drop-epstein-photos-from-disturbing-paedophilic-lolita-quotes-on-bosoms-to-price-tag-for-girls-shocking-pics-reveal-bill-gates-1766131614452">Epstein files: Disturbing paedophilic quotes on bosoms to price tags for girls, here's what shocking new pics reveal</a>Some of the newly exposed passages relate to civil litigation surrounding Epstein’s estate. One document describes large payments made over several years to young women, allegedly authorised by executors of Epstein’s assets. Other sections allege efforts to silence victims and destroy evidence, though no new criminal charges have been announced. Officials have not directly addressed the technical flaw that allowed some redactions to be bypassed.

Epstein files redactions exposed: Can blacked-out names and information really be revealed? Yes, online users have found a way. No hacking needed. Scroll down to see the step-by-step workaround.

The Epstein file drops have become a source of fascination for one and all, with their horrific pictures and twisted stories. The latest document dump, which featured 11,034 documents, has uncovered concerning photos and documents from the archives; however, the blacked-out bits, aka the redactions, have become a source of irritation for many. Now, internet sleuths and amateur hackers have come up with a hack to uncover most of what's been redacted. Here's how you can do it too. How can I bypass the Epstein Files redactions? The fresh release of files tied to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein has taken an unexpected turn, after online users discovered that some of the Justice Department's redactions can be undone with little more than basic copy and paste tools. Also read | New Epstein files put Trump back in the spotlight: Disturbing letter reveals his love for 'nubile girls' and grabbing 's****h' The Department of Justice on Monday published more than 11,000 documents under the Epstein Files Transparency Act. Many of the pages were heavily blacked out, with names and passages obscured. Within hours, however, users on X began sharing a workaround that appeared to expose some of the hidden text. According to several posts that quickly went viral, portions of the redacted material could be highlighted, copied and pasted into another document, revealing what was meant to remain concealed. One post describing the method drew millions of views, with users accusing the department of sloppy handling of a politically sensitive release. Step-by-step instructions on how to see redacted info There are even step-by-step video tutorials that walk viewers through the process step by step, mocking the redaction technique and questioning how such an error made it into a high-profile federal disclosure. Others claimed that searching within the documents caused redacted names to reappear, including repeated references to US President Donald Trump. Watch one here:

Epstein files redactions exposed: Can blacked-out names and information really be revealed? Yes, online users have found a way. No hacking needed. Scroll down to see the step-by-step workaround.

Sick of Epstein files redactions? Internet sleuths have discovered a hack to read almost EVERYTHING. Here's how

A second wave of documents linked to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein has put US President Donald Trump back at the centre of a controversy the White House had hoped to move past. Released on Tuesday (Dec 23), the latest batch of Epstein files includes thousands of pages of previously unseen material from the federal investigation into Epstein. Unlike the earlier, heavily redacted release last week, the new tranche contains repeated references to Trump and sheds fresh light on the former friendship between the two men.<h2>What the new Epstein files reveal about Trump-Epstein</h2>The initial release had drawn sharp criticism from lawmakers and victims' advocates, who accused the United States Department of Justice of selectively blacking out material that mentioned Trump. However, Tuesday's documents appear to undercut that claim, placing Trump prominently in internal notes, emails and prosecutorial records. It even includes detailed flight logs that prove Trump flew on Epstein's private jet. This contradicts the Justice Department's dismissal of reports that Trump flew on his then friend's jet.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-concerned-for-big-boy-clinton-as-ex-prez-challenges-doj-to-release-all-epstein-files-someone-is-being-protected-1766471370994">Trump concerned for 'big boy' Clinton as ex-prez challenges DOJ to release ALL Epstein files: 'Someone is being protected'</a><h2>Private jet links resurface</h2>Among the most closely watched disclosures is a January 2020 memo from New York federal prosecutors investigating Epstein's longtime associate, Ghislaine Maxwell. The note states that Trump flew on Epstein's private jet eight times between 1993 and 1996, more frequently than had been publicly known. One flight reportedly included only Epstein, Trump and an unidentified 20-year-old passenger. "Records we received yesterday reflect that Donald Trump travelled on Epstein's private jet many more times than previously has been reported (or that we were aware)," it says.<h2>Justice Department jumps to Trump's defence</h2>Within hours of the release, the Justice Department issued a statement defending the president, saying some of the material contained "untrue and sensationalist claims" about Trump. The department stressed that Trump is not accused of any wrongdoing in connection with Epstein.Trump had previously sought to block the release of the files, arguing that they risked unfairly damaging people who "innocently met" Epstein. But mounting pressure from both Democrats and Republicans eventually forced him to sign a law mandating the full disclosure of the records, reflecting widespread public suspicion that powerful figures had long been shielded from scrutiny.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/house-democrats-drop-epstein-photos-from-disturbing-paedophilic-lolita-quotes-on-bosoms-to-price-tag-for-girls-shocking-pics-reveal-bill-gates-1766131614452">Epstein files: Disturbing paedophilic quotes on bosoms to price tags for girls, here's what shocking new pics reveal</a><h2>Disputed claims</h2>The Justice Department moved quickly to debunk a handwritten letter released Tuesday that was attributed to Epstein and addressed to imprisoned former gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar. In it, the sex convict can be seen complaining to Nassar that the "president shares our love of young, nubile girls. When a young beauty walked by he loved to 'grab snatch.'"The FBI said that it "has confirmed this alleged letter from Jeffrey Epstein to Larry Nassar is FAKE,", noting it was postmarked three days after Epstein's death and was mailed from Virginia, despite Epstein being jailed in New York.

New Epstein files released Dec 23 place Donald Trump back in focus. Citing internal DOJ records and flight logs, they show Trump flew on Jeffrey Epstein’s jet eight times in the 1990s. It also has a disturbing letter about Trump's penchant for ‘grabbing’. Here's what we know.

A second wave of documents linked to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein has put US President Donald Trump back at the centre of a controversy the White House had hoped to move past. Released on Tuesday (Dec 23), the latest batch of Epstein files includes thousands of pages of previously unseen material from the federal investigation into Epstein. Unlike the earlier, heavily redacted release last week, the new tranche contains repeated references to Trump and sheds fresh light on the former friendship between the two men. What the new Epstein files reveal about Trump-Epstein The initial release had drawn sharp criticism from lawmakers and victims' advocates, who accused the United States Department of Justice of selectively blacking out material that mentioned Trump. However, Tuesday's documents appear to undercut that claim, placing Trump prominently in internal notes, emails and prosecutorial records. It even includes detailed flight logs that prove Trump flew on Epstein's private jet. This contradicts the Justice Department's dismissal of reports that Trump flew on his then friend's jet. Also read | Trump concerned for 'big boy' Clinton as ex-prez challenges DOJ to release ALL Epstein files: 'Someone is being protected' Private jet links resurface Among the most closely watched disclosures is a January 2020 memo from New York federal prosecutors investigating Epstein's longtime associate, Ghislaine Maxwell. The note states that Trump flew on Epstein's private jet eight times between 1993 and 1996, more frequently than had been publicly known. One flight reportedly included only Epstein, Trump and an unidentified 20-year-old passenger. "Records we received yesterday reflect that Donald Trump travelled on Epstein's private jet many more times than previously has been reported (or that we were aware)," it says. Justice Department jumps to Trump's defence Within hours of the release, the Justice Department issued a statement defending the president, saying some of the material contained "untrue and sensationalist claims" about Trump. The department stressed that Trump is not accused of any wrongdoing in connection with Epstein. Trump had previously sought to block the release of the files, arguing that they risked unfairly damaging people who "innocently met" Epstein. But mounting pressure from both Democrats and Republicans eventually forced him to sign a law mandating the full disclosure of the records, reflecting widespread public suspicion that powerful figures had long been shielded from scrutiny. Also read | Epstein files: Disturbing paedophilic quotes on bosoms to price tags for girls, here's what shocking new pics reveal Disputed claims The Justice Department moved quickly to debunk a handwritten letter released Tuesday that was attributed to Epstein and addressed to imprisoned former gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar. In it, the sex convict can be seen complaining to Nassar that the "president shares our love of young, nubile girls. When a young beauty walked by he loved to 'grab snatch.'" The FBI said that it "has confirmed this alleged letter from Jeffrey Epstein to Larry Nassar is FAKE,", noting it was postmarked three days after Epstein's death and was mailed from Virginia, despite Epstein being jailed in New York.

New Epstein files released Dec 23 place Donald Trump back in focus. Citing internal DOJ records and flight logs, they show Trump flew on Jeffrey Epstein’s jet eight times in the 1990s. It also has a disturbing letter about Trump's penchant for ‘grabbing’. Here's what we know.

New Epstein files put Trump back in the spotlight: Disturbing letter reveals his love for 'nubile girls' and grabbing 's****h'

Newly released Epstein files have revealed several high-profile names, intensifying scrutiny over the late financier’s criminal network. The spokesperson for former US President Bill Clinton has demanded the complete release of all documents to ensure transparency. The files shed light on ongoing investigations into Epstein’s activities, his associates, and the wider implications for justice and accountability in related cases.


Epstein files: Trump travelled on 8 Epstein flights between 1993 and 1996

Epstein files: Latest release includes video, audio recordings and e-mails

Among the newly released documents is a series of emails exchanged between Ghislaine Maxwell and an individual who signed off as “A” and used the alias “The Invisible Man.” The correspondence, dating back to August 2001, appears to place the sender at Balmoral, the Scottish estate of the British royal family. In one email, “A” writes to Maxwell: “I am up here at Balmoral Summer Camp for the Royal Family.” He follows it with a reference to Los Angeles and asks, “Have you found me some new inappropriate friends?” before suggesting a potential holiday between 25 August and 2 September, adding that he hoped to go “somewhere hot and sunny with some fun people” before returning to work commitments in the autumn.&nbsp;Maxwell responds cautiously, telling him, “So sorry to disappoint you; however, the truth must be told. I have only been able to find appropriate friends.” The exchange continues with “A” replying “Distraught!” and describing personal upheaval following the loss of his valet and his departure from the Royal Navy, which he refers to as the “RN”. He writes that his life is “in turmoil” and asks Maxwell for advice on how to “get my mind back on track,” signing off affectionately and adding: “See you real soon… I hope if you are coming over.” The message ends with the sign-off “A xxx”.&nbsp;Prince Andrew, whose full name is Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, left the Royal Navy in 2001. While the emails do not explicitly identify the sender, the details contained within them, including the reference to Balmoral, the timing, and the signature, have led to widespread speculation about his identity. There is no suggestion that the emails themselves indicate criminal wrongdoing.<h2>‘Two-legged sightseeing’: Emails referencing travel and girls</h2>Further correspondence from early 2002 appears to show Maxwell involved in arranging travel and social activities for “The Invisible Man,” including a proposed trip to Peru. In a February 2002 exchange, Maxwell forwards messages from a contact, Juan Estoban Ganoza, outlining possible sightseeing plans such as visiting the Nazca Lines. In one relayed email, Ganoza asks bluntly: “About the girls… how old is he?” In response, “The Invisible Man” tells Maxwell: “As for girls, well, I leave that entirely to you and Juan Estoban!”&nbsp;A follow-up message from Maxwell’s Peruvian contact expands on the plans, referring to “some sightseeing, some 2-legged sightseeing (read intelligent, pretty fun, and from good families)” and assuring Maxwell that discretion would be maintained. The message adds that the individual involved did not want to read about the trip in the press or see reports about whom he met. Prince Andrew undertook an official visit to Peru in March 2002, during which he was photographed in Lima, including with firefighters. Again, there is no suggestion in the released emails of criminal conduct, though the language used has drawn renewed scrutiny given Maxwell’s later conviction for sex trafficking-related offences. Buckingham Palace and Mountbatten-Windsor have been approached for comment.<h2>Trump responds as Epstein files reference him repeatedly</h2>The latest release of nearly 30,000 additional pages of Epstein-related documents also contains numerous references to Donald Trump, prompting the US president to publicly respond for the first time since the Justice Department began releasing the material. Speaking at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida, Trump expressed concern that individuals who had “innocently met” Epstein could see their reputations damaged. “Everybody was friendly with this guy,” Trump said, adding that he did not like seeing photographs of former President Bill Clinton and others resurfacing. “You ruin the reputation of somebody,” he said, arguing that being pictured with Epstein did not imply wrongdoing.&nbsp;However, the documents include an internal email from the US Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York, dated 7 January 2020, which states that flight records showed Trump travelling on Epstein’s private jet more frequently than previously reported. According to the email, Trump is listed as a passenger on at least eight flights between 1993 and 1996, including several journeys on which Maxwell was also present. The records indicate that Trump travelled at various times with Marla Maples, his daughter Tiffany, and his son Eric. One flight allegedly listed only Trump and Epstein as passengers; another included Epstein, Trump, and a 20-year-old woman whose name was redacted.&nbsp;The document also notes that two women listed on separate flights would have been potential witnesses in the case against Maxwell. There is no indication in the files that these flights involved criminal activity, and inclusion in the documents does not imply guilt. In a statement accompanying the release, the Department of Justice said some material includes “untrue and sensationalist claims” submitted to the FBI shortly before the 2020 US election. The department stated that allegations against Trump were “unfounded and false” and said that, had they been credible, they would have already been used against him.<h2>Fake Epstein jail video was also included, later removed</h2>Included in the latest batch of files released overnight by the US Department of Justice was a now-deleted video that falsely appeared to show Jeffrey Epstein attempting to take his own life inside his prison cell. The 12-second clip, time-stamped 4.29 am on 10 August 2019, was uploaded without context and briefly circulated before being taken down.&nbsp;Epstein was found dead in his cell at the Metropolitan Correctional Center in New York at 6.30 am that morning, with his death later ruled a suicide. However, a separate document released alongside the files revealed that the video was not authentic. Investigators flagged it as a years-old fake clip that had previously circulated on the internet message board 4chan and was later promoted by a Florida-based conspiracy theorist.&nbsp;Several inconsistencies were noted, including the prison cell door in the video, which does not match Epstein’s actual cell. A Trump administration official also confirmed to the New York Post that the footage was fake and had been available on YouTube for years before resurfacing in the DOJ release. The episode has added to concerns around the uncontextualised release of thousands of pages of Epstein-related material. As the justice department continues to make documents public without accompanying explanations, it underscores the difficulty of verifying claims and reinforces that inclusion in the files does not, by itself, establish wrongdoing.

'Have you found me some new inappropriate friends?': New Epstein documents reveal chilling emails

Among the newly released documents is a series of emails exchanged between Ghislaine Maxwell and an individual who signed off as “A” and used the alias “The Invisible Man.” The correspondence, dating back to August 2001, appears to place the sender at Balmoral, the Scottish estate of the British royal family. In one email, “A” writes to Maxwell: “I am up here at Balmoral Summer Camp for the Royal Family.” He follows it with a reference to Los Angeles and asks, “Have you found me some new inappropriate friends?” before suggesting a potential holiday between 25 August and 2 September, adding that he hoped to go “somewhere hot and sunny with some fun people” before returning to work commitments in the autumn. Maxwell responds cautiously, telling him, “So sorry to disappoint you; however, the truth must be told. I have only been able to find appropriate friends.” The exchange continues with “A” replying “Distraught!” and describing personal upheaval following the loss of his valet and his departure from the Royal Navy, which he refers to as the “RN”. He writes that his life is “in turmoil” and asks Maxwell for advice on how to “get my mind back on track,” signing off affectionately and adding: “See you real soon… I hope if you are coming over.” The message ends with the sign-off “A xxx”. Prince Andrew, whose full name is Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, left the Royal Navy in 2001. While the emails do not explicitly identify the sender, the details contained within them, including the reference to Balmoral, the timing, and the signature, have led to widespread speculation about his identity. There is no suggestion that the emails themselves indicate criminal wrongdoing. ‘Two-legged sightseeing’: Emails referencing travel and girls Further correspondence from early 2002 appears to show Maxwell involved in arranging travel and social activities for “The Invisible Man,” including a proposed trip to Peru. In a February 2002 exchange, Maxwell forwards messages from a contact, Juan Estoban Ganoza, outlining possible sightseeing plans such as visiting the Nazca Lines. In one relayed email, Ganoza asks bluntly: “About the girls… how old is he?” In response, “The Invisible Man” tells Maxwell: “As for girls, well, I leave that entirely to you and Juan Estoban!” A follow-up message from Maxwell’s Peruvian contact expands on the plans, referring to “some sightseeing, some 2-legged sightseeing (read intelligent, pretty fun, and from good families)” and assuring Maxwell that discretion would be maintained. The message adds that the individual involved did not want to read about the trip in the press or see reports about whom he met. Prince Andrew undertook an official visit to Peru in March 2002, during which he was photographed in Lima, including with firefighters. Again, there is no suggestion in the released emails of criminal conduct, though the language used has drawn renewed scrutiny given Maxwell’s later conviction for sex trafficking-related offences. Buckingham Palace and Mountbatten-Windsor have been approached for comment. Trump responds as Epstein files reference him repeatedly The latest release of nearly 30,000 additional pages of Epstein-related documents also contains numerous references to Donald Trump, prompting the US president to publicly respond for the first time since the Justice Department began releasing the material. Speaking at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida, Trump expressed concern that individuals who had “innocently met” Epstein could see their reputations damaged. “Everybody was friendly with this guy,” Trump said, adding that he did not like seeing photographs of former President Bill Clinton and others resurfacing. “You ruin the reputation of somebody,” he said, arguing that being pictured with Epstein did not imply wrongdoing. However, the documents include an internal email from the US Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York, dated 7 January 2020, which states that flight records showed Trump travelling on Epstein’s private jet more frequently than previously reported. According to the email, Trump is listed as a passenger on at least eight flights between 1993 and 1996, including several journeys on which Maxwell was also present. The records indicate that Trump travelled at various times with Marla Maples, his daughter Tiffany, and his son Eric. One flight allegedly listed only Trump and Epstein as passengers; another included Epstein, Trump, and a 20-year-old woman whose name was redacted. The document also notes that two women listed on separate flights would have been potential witnesses in the case against Maxwell. There is no indication in the files that these flights involved criminal activity, and inclusion in the documents does not imply guilt. In a statement accompanying the release, the Department of Justice said some material includes “untrue and sensationalist claims” submitted to the FBI shortly before the 2020 US election. The department stated that allegations against Trump were “unfounded and false” and said that, had they been credible, they would have already been used against him. Fake Epstein jail video was also included, later removed Included in the latest batch of files released overnight by the US Department of Justice was a now-deleted video that falsely appeared to show Jeffrey Epstein attempting to take his own life inside his prison cell. The 12-second clip, time-stamped 4.29 am on 10 August 2019, was uploaded without context and briefly circulated before being taken down. Epstein was found dead in his cell at the Metropolitan Correctional Center in New York at 6.30 am that morning, with his death later ruled a suicide. However, a separate document released alongside the files revealed that the video was not authentic. Investigators flagged it as a years-old fake clip that had previously circulated on the internet message board 4chan and was later promoted by a Florida-based conspiracy theorist. Several inconsistencies were noted, including the prison cell door in the video, which does not match Epstein’s actual cell. A Trump administration official also confirmed to the New York Post that the footage was fake and had been available on YouTube for years before resurfacing in the DOJ release. The episode has added to concerns around the uncontextualised release of thousands of pages of Epstein-related material. As the justice department continues to make documents public without accompanying explanations, it underscores the difficulty of verifying claims and reinforces that inclusion in the files does not, by itself, establish wrongdoing.

Emails from the Epstein files reveal discussions between Ghislaine Maxwell and an individual named, ‘The Invisible Man’, believed to be Prince Andrew

US President Donald Trump has accused the New York Times a national security threat following its critical coverage of the Epstein Files. In his unhinged rant, Trump attacked the New York Times for being "Radical left". The NYT has been a stern critic of the US President. Over the span of the &nbsp;Epstein files saga New York Times had made several scurrilous reports examining the close relationship of the US President with the disgraced financier.&nbsp;“Their Radical Left, Unhinged Behavior, writing FAKE Articles and Opinions in a never ending way, must be dealt with and stopped. THEY ARE A TRUE ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE!” wrote Trump

&nbsp;Trump on Monday targeted the NYT for inefficiently reporting on the lowering of drug prices. He said that they are lowering the cost of a drug that sells for $10 in London from $130 in New York to $20. &nbsp;“So we're going down-you can do your own math, but it's 2,000 percent, 3,000 percent. It's pretty amazing. And, you know, the New York Times had a story about it, a small story, way in the back of the paper. It's the single biggest thing to happen with respect to drugs probably in 50 years.”&nbsp;

In November, The New York Times had reported on the declining public appearance of the US President. Trump has attacked them back, calling the reports “seditious and treasonous behaviour.” Trump is on the road to becoming the oldest US President. Last week, the paper published a report calling Trump and Jeffrey Epstein two individuals who “pursued women in a game of ego and dominance” in which “female bodies were currency.” It reported that the mother of a 14-year-old girl was warned by none other than Trump's then wife, Maria Maples about not to send her daughter to Mar-a-Lago. “Whatever you do, do not let her around any of these men, and especially my husband”. However, Maria Maples denied responding to these claims.

Donald Trump accuses the New York Times of being a national security threat after critical reporting on the Epstein Files and his past links with Jeffrey Epstein.

US President Donald Trump has accused the New York Times a national security threat following its critical coverage of the Epstein Files. In his unhinged rant, Trump attacked the New York Times for being "Radical left". The NYT has been a stern critic of the US President. Over the span of the Epstein files saga New York Times had made several scurrilous reports examining the close relationship of the US President with the disgraced financier. “Their Radical Left, Unhinged Behavior, writing FAKE Articles and Opinions in a never ending way, must be dealt with and stopped. THEY ARE A TRUE ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE!” wrote Trump

Donald Trump accuses the New York Times of being a national security threat after critical reporting on the Epstein Files and his past links with Jeffrey Epstein.

Donald Trump declares New York Times a national security threat in midnight Truth social rant

Victims and lawmakers criticise the Department of Justice for the delayed release of Jeffrey Epstein files. The slow disclosure has sparked outrage among survivors and advocates demanding accountability and transparency.


Epstein files: Victims, lawmakers condemn slow release of Epstein documents 

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has faced intense criticism, particularly from Democratic lawmakers, for its slow pace in releasing records related to the investigation into the case of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The release, which includes hundreds of videos and audio recordings, comes after months of delay and redaction, frustrating both victims and advocates. Among the newly disclosed material is surveillance footage from August 2019, the month Epstein was found dead in his jail cell while awaiting trial for sex trafficking charges.&nbsp;While the DOJ posted around 11,000 links to new documents online, some of them led to dead links, raising further questions about transparency. Victims' groups, already frustrated with the process, have pointed out that the files released were only a fraction of the expected documents and were heavily redacted without clear explanations.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/crimes-of-do-kwon-freefall-of-south-korean-crypto-genius-fugitive-life-forged-passport-and-15-years-in-jail-terrausd-luna-ust-1766483420813">Crimes of Do Kwon: Freefall of South Korean crypto genius - fugitive life, forged passports and 15 years in jail</a>&nbsp;In response, bipartisan sponsors of the Epstein Files Transparency Act (EFTA), including Democrats like Ro Khanna and Republicans such as Thomas Massie, have threatened legal action against Attorney General Pam Bondi, accusing her of failing to comply with the law, which required the release of all relevant files by last Friday (December 19).&nbsp;Adding to the controversy, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer introduced a resolution on Monday (December 22), calling for legal action against the administration for its failure to fully comply with the mandate. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche explained the delays, saying that the identities of over 1,000 victims had to be redacted, and denied claims that the DOJ was shielding US President Donald Trump, who had social ties with Epstein. Though Trump had initially sought to block the release of these files, he eventually signed the law under pressure from Congress, ensuring the public disclosure of the records despite having no personal involvement in the case.

Epstein Files: Justice department releases 8,000+ documents following legal pressure

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has faced intense criticism, particularly from Democratic lawmakers, for its slow pace in releasing records related to the investigation into the case of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The release, which includes hundreds of videos and audio recordings, comes after months of delay and redaction, frustrating both victims and advocates. Among the newly disclosed material is surveillance footage from August 2019, the month Epstein was found dead in his jail cell while awaiting trial for sex trafficking charges. While the DOJ posted around 11,000 links to new documents online, some of them led to dead links, raising further questions about transparency. Victims' groups, already frustrated with the process, have pointed out that the files released were only a fraction of the expected documents and were heavily redacted without clear explanations. Also Read: Crimes of Do Kwon: Freefall of South Korean crypto genius - fugitive life, forged passports and 15 years in jail In response, bipartisan sponsors of the Epstein Files Transparency Act (EFTA), including Democrats like Ro Khanna and Republicans such as Thomas Massie, have threatened legal action against Attorney General Pam Bondi, accusing her of failing to comply with the law, which required the release of all relevant files by last Friday (December 19). Adding to the controversy, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer introduced a resolution on Monday (December 22), calling for legal action against the administration for its failure to fully comply with the mandate. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche explained the delays, saying that the identities of over 1,000 victims had to be redacted, and denied claims that the DOJ was shielding US President Donald Trump, who had social ties with Epstein. Though Trump had initially sought to block the release of these files, he eventually signed the law under pressure from Congress, ensuring the public disclosure of the records despite having no personal involvement in the case.

The DOJ faces heavy criticism for withholding and heavily redacting Epstein investigation records. Congress pushes for full, transparent release under new law

Epstein Files: US Justice department releases 8,000+ new documents following legal pressure

Bill Clinton, whose pictures in the recently released Epstein files have created quite the splash on Monday (Dec 22) challenged Donald Trump's Justice Department to release all remaining files relating to the former US president and the sex offender. Accusing the Trump administration of trying to smear him, while protecting others (hint: Trump himself). This comes as the current POTUS, Trump, in a statement, expressed his concern that "Big boy" Clinton and other people who "innocently met" Epstein risk having their reputations ruined by the release of the Epstein files.<h2>Bill Clinton demands "full transparency"</h2>In a statement, Clinton's spokesperson Angel Urena alleged that the files released so far by the Department of Justice, "and the manner in which it did so, makes one thing clear: someone or something is being protected".Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/house-democrats-drop-epstein-photos-from-disturbing-paedophilic-lolita-quotes-on-bosoms-to-price-tag-for-girls-shocking-pics-reveal-bill-gates-1766131614452">Epstein files: Disturbing paedophilic quotes on bosoms to price tags for girls, here's what shocking new pics reveal</a>Speaking on behalf of the former president, Urena added, "We do not know whom, what, or why. But we do know this: we need no such protection".The files, released on Friday, contained numerous references to Clinton, including pictures, one of which showed the former president in a pool with Epstein's accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell. However, notable references to Trump, a known longtime friend of Epstein, were limited.Clinton's spokesperson called on Attorney General Pam Bondi to "immediately release any remaining materials" relating to the ex-president, including photographs, court transcripts, and interview notes. "Refusal to do so will confirm the widespread suspicion of the Department of Justice’s actions to date and not about transparency, but about insinuation—using selective releases to imply wrongdoing about individuals who have already been repeatedly cleared by the very same Department of Justice over many years, under Presidents and Attorneys General of both parties," he added.<h2>Trump on Bill Clinton</h2>Meanwhile, Trump, in his first comments since the latest Epstein files were released, pouted that the resulting furore was eclipsing his achievements. "This whole thing with Epstein is a way of trying to deflect from the tremendous success that the Republican Party has," he told reporters at his Mar-a-Lago home.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/why-are-epstein-files-still-redacted-doj-denies-cover-up-meant-to-shield-trump-1766367317764">Why are Epstein files still redacted? DOJ denies cover-up meant to shield Trump</a>On Clinton, he said, "I like Bill Clinton. I've always gotten along with Bill Clinton. I hate to see photos come out of him". He acknowledged that "There's photos of me too," claiming "Everybody was friendly with this guy (Epstein).""Bill Clinton’s a big boy, he can handle it," he said, adding "But you probably have pictures being exposed of other people that innocently met Jeffrey Epstein years ago, many years ago, and they’re highly respected bankers and lawyers and others."

Bill Clinton hit back after Epstein files resurfaced photos linking him to Epstein, accusing Trump’s DOJ of selective leaks to smear him while shielding others. Clinton demanded full transparency. Trump said Clinton can “handle it” and warned innocent reputations are being ruined.

Bill Clinton, whose pictures in the recently released Epstein files have created quite the splash on Monday (Dec 22) challenged Donald Trump's Justice Department to release all remaining files relating to the former US president and the sex offender. Accusing the Trump administration of trying to smear him, while protecting others (hint: Trump himself). This comes as the current POTUS, Trump, in a statement, expressed his concern that "Big boy" Clinton and other people who "innocently met" Epstein risk having their reputations ruined by the release of the Epstein files. Bill Clinton demands "full transparency" In a statement, Clinton's spokesperson Angel Urena alleged that the files released so far by the Department of Justice, "and the manner in which it did so, makes one thing clear: someone or something is being protected". Also read | Epstein files: Disturbing paedophilic quotes on bosoms to price tags for girls, here's what shocking new pics reveal Speaking on behalf of the former president, Urena added, "We do not know whom, what, or why. But we do know this: we need no such protection". The files, released on Friday, contained numerous references to Clinton, including pictures, one of which showed the former president in a pool with Epstein's accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell. However, notable references to Trump, a known longtime friend of Epstein, were limited. Clinton's spokesperson called on Attorney General Pam Bondi to "immediately release any remaining materials" relating to the ex-president, including photographs, court transcripts, and interview notes. "Refusal to do so will confirm the widespread suspicion of the Department of Justice’s actions to date and not about transparency, but about insinuation—using selective releases to imply wrongdoing about individuals who have already been repeatedly cleared by the very same Department of Justice over many years, under Presidents and Attorneys General of both parties," he added. Trump on Bill Clinton Meanwhile, Trump, in his first comments since the latest Epstein files were released, pouted that the resulting furore was eclipsing his achievements. "This whole thing with Epstein is a way of trying to deflect from the tremendous success that the Republican Party has," he told reporters at his Mar-a-Lago home. Also read | Why are Epstein files still redacted? DOJ denies cover-up meant to shield Trump On Clinton, he said, "I like Bill Clinton. I've always gotten along with Bill Clinton. I hate to see photos come out of him". He acknowledged that "There's photos of me too," claiming "Everybody was friendly with this guy (Epstein)." "Bill Clinton’s a big boy, he can handle it," he said, adding "But you probably have pictures being exposed of other people that innocently met Jeffrey Epstein years ago, many years ago, and they’re highly respected bankers and lawyers and others."

Bill Clinton hit back after Epstein files resurfaced photos linking him to Epstein, accusing Trump’s DOJ of selective leaks to smear him while shielding others. Clinton demanded full transparency. Trump said Clinton can “handle it” and warned innocent reputations are being ruined.

Trump concerned for 'big boy' Clinton as ex-prez challenges DOJ to release ALL Epstein files: 'Someone is being protected'

Victims and lawmakers criticize the Department of Justice for the delayed release of Jeffrey Epstein files. The slow disclosure has sparked outrage among survivors and advocates demanding accountability and transparency.

Victims, Lawmakers Slam DOJ Over Slow Release of Epstein Files

The U.S. Justice Department has denied any cover-up regarding the Epstein files. Officials clarified that former President Donald Trump's photograph was initially removed from the database to protect victims’ privacy. 


Epstein Files: US Citizens Say 'Nothing New' in Released Dossier on Epstein

The newly released Jeffrey Epstein files have revealed how the sex offender's former partner, &nbsp;Ghislaine Maxwell, used to psychologically trick teenage girls into his abusive orbit. The documents came as Maxwell is serving 20 years in prison for grooming children into sex abuse by Epstein. The documents revealed that an enforcement officer in 2020 told grand jurors about an interview with a woman who claimed to have been abused by Epstein as a minor. She said she was not abused during her initial visits to Epstein's house, which she described as "strange". The documents said that Maxwell "normalised it for her". She used to behave like a cool older sister. She used to say, "This is what grownups do."&nbsp;The woman mentioned in the document said that she saw Maxwell topless by Epstein’s pool. “She was a little taken back, but Maxwell just acted normal," the officer said in the document.&nbsp;The woman said that when Epstein's sexual abuse started, other women were sometimes used to be present there, including Maxwell. “They would generally start with one of the girls massaging Epstein … usually massaging his feet,” the officer described what the women told him. “Maxwell was kind of teasing the other girls. She’d grab the girl’s breasts, and she would direct the girls on what to do," the officer added.&nbsp;“She would try not to look at Maxwell because she gave off that sister-vibe, so it felt weird for her,” the law enforcement agent said. &nbsp;“She would try to be invisible in the room so they would ignore her as much as possible," he added. The accuser described Maxwell’s attitude as “very casual – she acted like this was normal”.&nbsp;Although the document did not reveal the name of the woman mentioned, it was described to the office. The description matches the claims of &nbsp;“Jane” during Maxwell’s trial. Jane told jurors Epstein started abusing her at age 14 – and Maxwell was sometimes in the room. Jane said that Maxwell would sometimes touch her breasts. “There were hands everywhere,” she said.

The documents revealed that an enforcement officer in 2020 told grand jurors about an interview with a woman who claimed to have been abused by Epstein as a minor.

The newly released Jeffrey Epstein files have revealed how the sex offender's former partner, Ghislaine Maxwell, used to psychologically trick teenage girls into his abusive orbit. The documents came as Maxwell is serving 20 years in prison for grooming children into sex abuse by Epstein. The documents revealed that an enforcement officer in 2020 told grand jurors about an interview with a woman who claimed to have been abused by Epstein as a minor. She said she was not abused during her initial visits to Epstein's house, which she described as "strange". The documents said that Maxwell "normalised it for her". She used to behave like a cool older sister. She used to say, "This is what grownups do." The woman mentioned in the document said that she saw Maxwell topless by Epstein’s pool. “She was a little taken back, but Maxwell just acted normal," the officer said in the document. The woman said that when Epstein's sexual abuse started, other women were sometimes used to be present there, including Maxwell. “They would generally start with one of the girls massaging Epstein … usually massaging his feet,” the officer described what the women told him. “Maxwell was kind of teasing the other girls. She’d grab the girl’s breasts, and she would direct the girls on what to do," the officer added. “She would try not to look at Maxwell because she gave off that sister-vibe, so it felt weird for her,” the law enforcement agent said. “She would try to be invisible in the room so they would ignore her as much as possible," he added. The accuser described Maxwell’s attitude as “very casual – she acted like this was normal”. Although the document did not reveal the name of the woman mentioned, it was described to the office. The description matches the claims of “Jane” during Maxwell’s trial. Jane told jurors Epstein started abusing her at age 14 – and Maxwell was sometimes in the room. Jane said that Maxwell would sometimes touch her breasts. “There were hands everywhere,” she said.

The documents revealed that an enforcement officer in 2020 told grand jurors about an interview with a woman who claimed to have been abused by Epstein as a minor.

‘She’s like cool older sister, normalised all this’: Released Epstein Files reveal how Maxwell groomed teen girls

US First Lady Melania Trump’s link has once again emerged in the newly released documents linked to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. One of the photos shared by the Department of Justice showed disgraced Hollywood director Brett Ratner, the director of Melania’s upcoming documentary. In the photo, made public on Friday (Dec 19), Ratner can be seen posing with late French model agent Jean-Luc Brunel, a longtime Epstein associate.Meanwhile, among the images removed and later restored on the DOJ website was one showing a credenza desk in Epstein’s home with an open drawer filled with photos. In one of the pictures was Melania alongside Trump, Epstein, and the sex offender’s close associate, Ghislaine Maxwell.In the undated photograph showing the director, Brunel appears shirtless and is being closely embraced by Ratner in a dimly lit room. The documents provide no details about when or where the photo was taken.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-conversation="none">Brett Ratner is the director of Melania. Brett Ratner has ties to Jeffrey Epstein and Jean-Luc Brunel. One way or another, they&#39;re ALL connected and complicit.<a href="https://t.co/oyoVRe6wdK">https://t.co/oyoVRe6wdK</a> <a href="https://t.co/JKfKGtXLRu">pic.twitter.com/JKfKGtXLRu</a>&mdash; Christine ❤️🕉😊 (@ChristineNunya) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChristineNunya/status/2002534888944382022?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 21, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Brunel died by suicide in 2022 while in a Paris prison, where he was awaiting trial on charges of raping a minor. He had been named by Virginia Giuffre, one of the most prominent complainants in the Epstein case, in legal filings in both New York and France. Giuffre alleged that she was forced to have sex with Brunel on multiple occasions while she was underage. Giuffre herself died by suicide in April at the age of 41.Several other women have also accused Ratner, 56, of sexual assault, including Olivia Munn and Natasha Henstridge, as well as Elliot Page when she was 18, the People reported.In his first directorial project since 2014’s Hercules, Ratner is set to return with MELANIA, a documentary focused on Melania Trump, wife of US President Donald Trump.Speaking of the film, Melania has said, “History is set in motion during the 20 days of my life prior to the US presidential inauguration.” She added, “For the first time, global audiences are invited into theatres to witness this pivotal chapter unfold—a private, unfiltered look as I navigate family, business, and philanthropy on my remarkable journey to becoming First Lady of the United States of America.

In the undated photograph showing the director, Brunel appears shirtless and is being closely embraced by Ratner in a dimly lit room. The documents provide no details about when or where the photo was taken.

US First Lady Melania Trump’s link has once again emerged in the newly released documents linked to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. One of the photos shared by the Department of Justice showed disgraced Hollywood director Brett Ratner, the director of Melania’s upcoming documentary. In the photo, made public on Friday (Dec 19), Ratner can be seen posing with late French model agent Jean-Luc Brunel, a longtime Epstein associate. Meanwhile, among the images removed and later restored on the DOJ website was one showing a credenza desk in Epstein’s home with an open drawer filled with photos. In one of the pictures was Melania alongside Trump, Epstein, and the sex offender’s close associate, Ghislaine Maxwell. In the undated photograph showing the director, Brunel appears shirtless and is being closely embraced by Ratner in a dimly lit room. The documents provide no details about when or where the photo was taken.

In the undated photograph showing the director, Brunel appears shirtless and is being closely embraced by Ratner in a dimly lit room. The documents provide no details about when or where the photo was taken.

Melania Trump link in Epstein files: First Lady’s documentary director Brett Ratner in new photos released

The US Justice Department said Sunday (Dec 22) that a photograph containing an image of President Donald Trump has been restored to its online Epstein files database after being temporarily removed for review. The image, released late Friday as part of a large dump of records related to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, shows a desk drawer containing several photographs. People were quick to spot that one of the pictures appears to show Trump alongside Epstein’s longtime associate Ghislaine Maxwell and others. However, soon after the picture was removed, triggering widespread condemnation.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/why-are-epstein-files-still-redacted-doj-denies-cover-up-meant-to-shield-trump-1766367317764">Why are Epstein files still redacted? DOJ denies cover-up meant to shield Trump</a><h2>Protecting victims or Trump?</h2>The photograph disappeared from the Justice Department's website on Saturday, prompting speculation and accusations of political interference. In a statement posted on X, the department said the image had been taken down temporarily to determine whether additional redactions were needed to protect victims."The Southern District of New York flagged an image of President Trump for potential further action to protect victims," the statement said. "Out of an abundance of caution, the Department of Justice temporarily removed the image for further review."After that review, officials concluded that the photograph did not depict any of Epstein's victims. "It was determined there is no evidence that any Epstein victims are depicted in the photograph, and it has been reposted without any alteration or redaction," the department said.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://t.co/ZbpE6Uq6xh">pic.twitter.com/ZbpE6Uq6xh</a>&mdash; U.S. Department of Justice (@TheJusticeDept) <a href="https://twitter.com/TheJusticeDept/status/2002843217633632644?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 21, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Trump has not been accused of any wrongdoing in connection with Epstein, who died by suicide in a New York jail in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges. Maxwell is currently serving a 20-year prison sentence for recruiting underage girls for Epstein.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/house-democrats-drop-epstein-photos-from-disturbing-paedophilic-lolita-quotes-on-bosoms-to-price-tag-for-girls-shocking-pics-reveal-bill-gates-1766131614452">Epstein files: Disturbing paedophilic quotes on bosoms to price tags for girls, here's what shocking new pics reveal</a><h2>'Biggest coverups in American history'?</h2>The brief removal of the image quickly drew criticism from Democrats in Congress. House Oversight Committee Democrats publicly questioned Attorney General Pam Bondi, asking whether the takedown signaled a broader effort to conceal information. In a post on X, they asked, "is this true? What else is being covered up? We need transparency for the American public."Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer also weighed in, warning on social media that the incident raised concerns about transparency. "If they're taking this down," he wrote, "they’re taking this down, just imagine how much more they’re trying to hide … This could be one of the biggest coverups in American history".

The DOJ has restored an Epstein file photo, which shows Trump. This was done after the photo was briefly removed, allegedly “for review,” to protect victims. The takedown sparked backlash and allegations of a cover-up.

The US Justice Department said Sunday (Dec 22) that a photograph containing an image of President Donald Trump has been restored to its online Epstein files database after being temporarily removed for review. The image, released late Friday as part of a large dump of records related to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, shows a desk drawer containing several photographs. People were quick to spot that one of the pictures appears to show Trump alongside Epstein’s longtime associate Ghislaine Maxwell and others. However, soon after the picture was removed, triggering widespread condemnation. Also read | Why are Epstein files still redacted? DOJ denies cover-up meant to shield Trump Protecting victims or Trump? The photograph disappeared from the Justice Department's website on Saturday, prompting speculation and accusations of political interference. In a statement posted on X, the department said the image had been taken down temporarily to determine whether additional redactions were needed to protect victims. "The Southern District of New York flagged an image of President Trump for potential further action to protect victims," the statement said. "Out of an abundance of caution, the Department of Justice temporarily removed the image for further review." After that review, officials concluded that the photograph did not depict any of Epstein's victims. "It was determined there is no evidence that any Epstein victims are depicted in the photograph, and it has been reposted without any alteration or redaction," the department said.

The DOJ has restored an Epstein file photo, which shows Trump. This was done after the photo was briefly removed, allegedly “for review,” to protect victims. The takedown sparked backlash and allegations of a cover-up.

Trump photo vanishes from Epstein files, then reappears. DOJ claims it was deleted 'out of an abundance of caution'

The US Justice Department on Sunday (Dec 21) rejected claims that it redacted newly released Jeffrey Epstein files to shield President Donald Trump, as backlash grew over what victims and lawmakers described as a heavily censored and incomplete disclosure. A tranche of Epstein-related records was released on Friday (Dec 19). The release contained many pages blacked out and several photographs obscured, which triggered anger among survivors of the late sex offender. Critics accused the administration of failing to comply with a law mandating the full release of all Epstein files.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/house-democrats-drop-epstein-photos-from-disturbing-paedophilic-lolita-quotes-on-bosoms-to-price-tag-for-girls-shocking-pics-reveal-bill-gates-1766131614452">Epstein files: Disturbing paedophilic quotes on bosoms to price tags for girls, here's what shocking new pics reveal</a><h2>Not protecting Trump</h2>Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche on Sunday denied any political interference, telling NBC's Meet the Press that the department was "not redacting information around President Trump." When asked whether any material had been removed for political reasons, Blanche said, "Absolutely, positively not."One of the most controversial decisions involved censoring group photographs that included Trump. Blanche said the images were initially removed out of "concern" for the women pictured. The Justice Department later reposted the photos without alterations after determining "there is no evidence that any Epstein victims are depicted."<h2>Democrats slam Trump admin redactions</h2>Democratic lawmakers, however, remain unconvinced. Representative Jamie Raskin accused Trump of blocking transparency, arguing that the redactions amounted to a cover-up. "It's all about covering up things that, for whatever reason, Donald Trump doesn't want to go public, either about himself (or) other members of his family, friends," Raskin told CNN.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/trump-rewrites-white-house-history-with-brutal-plaques-mocking-biden-and-obama-see-pics-here-1766025457861">Trump rewrites White House history with brutal plaques mocking Biden and Obama. See pics HERE</a>The released material included images of former president Bill Clinton and references to high-profile figures such as Mick Jagger and Michael Jackson. Officials said the redactions were meant to protect victims' privacy, but the scale of the blackouts has only intensified public suspicion.<h2>MAGA base miffed by the release?</h2>Criticism also came from within Trump's own party. Republican Representative Thomas Massie said the release violated both the spirit and letter of the law. Speaking on CBS's Face the Nation, Massie claimed a 60-count indictment implicating prominent individuals had not been made public, calling it a case of "selective concealment.""They're flouting the spirit and the letter of the law. It's very troubling the posture that they've taken. And I won't be satisfied until the survivors are satisfied," said Massie.Trump had initially opposed releasing the files tied to Epstein, who died by suicide in a New York jail in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges. Facing pressure from Congress, including Republicans, he ultimately signed legislation compelling their release.

The US Justice Department denied redacting Epstein files to protect Trump, saying edits were to shield victims. Lawmakers and survivors slammed the heavily blacked-out release as a cover-up, with criticism coming from Democrats and Trump allies alike over “selective concealment.”

The US Justice Department on Sunday (Dec 21) rejected claims that it redacted newly released Jeffrey Epstein files to shield President Donald Trump, as backlash grew over what victims and lawmakers described as a heavily censored and incomplete disclosure. A tranche of Epstein-related records was released on Friday (Dec 19). The release contained many pages blacked out and several photographs obscured, which triggered anger among survivors of the late sex offender. Critics accused the administration of failing to comply with a law mandating the full release of all Epstein files. Also read | Epstein files: Disturbing paedophilic quotes on bosoms to price tags for girls, here's what shocking new pics reveal Not protecting Trump Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche on Sunday denied any political interference, telling NBC's Meet the Press that the department was "not redacting information around President Trump." When asked whether any material had been removed for political reasons, Blanche said, "Absolutely, positively not." One of the most controversial decisions involved censoring group photographs that included Trump. Blanche said the images were initially removed out of "concern" for the women pictured. The Justice Department later reposted the photos without alterations after determining "there is no evidence that any Epstein victims are depicted." Democrats slam Trump admin redactions Democratic lawmakers, however, remain unconvinced. Representative Jamie Raskin accused Trump of blocking transparency, arguing that the redactions amounted to a cover-up. "It's all about covering up things that, for whatever reason, Donald Trump doesn't want to go public, either about himself (or) other members of his family, friends," Raskin told CNN. Also read | Trump rewrites White House history with brutal plaques mocking Biden and Obama. See pics HERE The released material included images of former president Bill Clinton and references to high-profile figures such as Mick Jagger and Michael Jackson. Officials said the redactions were meant to protect victims' privacy, but the scale of the blackouts has only intensified public suspicion. MAGA base miffed by the release? Criticism also came from within Trump's own party. Republican Representative Thomas Massie said the release violated both the spirit and letter of the law. Speaking on CBS's Face the Nation, Massie claimed a 60-count indictment implicating prominent individuals had not been made public, calling it a case of "selective concealment." "They're flouting the spirit and the letter of the law. It's very troubling the posture that they've taken. And I won't be satisfied until the survivors are satisfied," said Massie. Trump had initially opposed releasing the files tied to Epstein, who died by suicide in a New York jail in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges. Facing pressure from Congress, including Republicans, he ultimately signed legislation compelling their release.

The US Justice Department denied redacting Epstein files to protect Trump, saying edits were to shield victims. Lawmakers and survivors slammed the heavily blacked-out release as a cover-up, with criticism coming from Democrats and Trump allies alike over “selective concealment.”

Why are Epstein files still redacted? DOJ denies cover-up meant to shield Trump

The Justice Department released more documents Saturday from the Jeffrey Epstein files, after an initial release Friday of thousands of photos, police reports and other material — the first records to come to light under a new law signed by President Trump.

Trump Swears He Never Mentions Women's Looks Amid Epstein Files Release

Democrats on Saturday (Dec 20) accused the Trump administration of a cover-up after at least 16 files linked to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein were removed from the Department of Justice website, which were earlier released in public less than 24 hours before. Democrats on the House Oversight Committee accused the DOJ of deleting the previously available file, including a photo of a drawer that contained documents and images, one of which had US Preesident Donald Trump. The removals were made without any explanation from the government or public notice, raising fresh questions about transparency surrounding the handling of Epstein-related records.&nbsp;“This is a White House Cover-Up,” Oversight Dems wrote in a post on X. In an earlier post, they posted the image while questioning the administration over the transparency in the case.&nbsp;“This photo, file 468, from the Epstein files that includes Donald Trump has apparently now been removed from the DOJ release,” the post read. “@AGPamBondi is this true? What else is being covered up? We need transparency for the American public.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">This photo, file 468, from the Epstein files that includes Donald Trump has apparently now been removed from the DOJ release.<a href="https://twitter.com/AGPamBondi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AGPamBondi</a> is this true? What else is being covered up? We need transparency for the American public. <a href="https://t.co/3wYZAl2dse">pic.twitter.com/3wYZAl2dse</a>&mdash; Oversight Dems (@OversightDems) <a href="https://twitter.com/OversightDems/status/2002430296172745079?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 20, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The US Justice Department on Friday (Dec 20) started releasing a long-promised set of records linked to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. However, the documents were heavily redacted, raising questions about the transparency of the documents released. The files and images released by the DOJ had several mentions of former Democratic president Bill Clinton, with minimal references to US President Donald Trump.&nbsp;While the Justice Department did not provide any clarification on the missing files, it said in a post on X that “photos and other materials will continue being reviewed and redacted consistent with the law in an abundance of caution as we receive additional information.”&nbsp;After the release of the files, Democrats accused the Trump administration and the DOJ of violating the federal law that mandates public release of the documents relating to the investigation into convicted financier Jeffrey Epstein.&nbsp;Oversight Ranking Member Robert Garcia and Judiciary Ranking Member Jamie Raskin, in a joint statement, said, “Donald Trump and the Department of Justice are now violating federal law as they continue covering up the facts and the evidence about Jeffrey Epstein’s decades-long, billion-dollar, international sex trafficking ring. For months, Pam Bondi has denied survivors the transparency and accountability they have demanded and deserve and has defied the Oversight Committee’s subpoena. The Department of Justice is now making clear it intends to defy Congress itself, even as it gives star treatment to Epstein’s convicted co-conspirator, Ghislaine Maxwell.”&nbsp;The statement added, “Courts around the country have repeatedly intervened when this Administration has broken the law. We are now examining all legal options in the face of this violation of federal law. The survivors of this nightmare deserve justice, the co-conspirators must be held accountable, and the American people deserve complete transparency from DOJ.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Joint statement by Oversight Ranking Member Robert Garcia and Judiciary Ranking Member Jamie Raskin on Trump Administration decision to defy Epstein Files Transparency Act. <a href="https://t.co/CRw7RWU3gT">pic.twitter.com/CRw7RWU3gT</a>&mdash; Oversight Dems (@OversightDems) <a href="https://twitter.com/OversightDems/status/2002066483913076773?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 19, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Democrats accused the Trump administration of a cover-up after at least 16 Epstein-related files were removed from the DOJ website hours after release. The unexplained deletions, including a photo mentioning Trump, raised transparency and legal concerns.

Democrats on Saturday (Dec 20) accused the Trump administration of a cover-up after at least 16 files linked to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein were removed from the Department of Justice website, which were earlier released in public less than 24 hours before. Democrats on the House Oversight Committee accused the DOJ of deleting the previously available file, including a photo of a drawer that contained documents and images, one of which had US Preesident Donald Trump. The removals were made without any explanation from the government or public notice, raising fresh questions about transparency surrounding the handling of Epstein-related records. “This is a White House Cover-Up,” Oversight Dems wrote in a post on X. In an earlier post, they posted the image while questioning the administration over the transparency in the case. “This photo, file 468, from the Epstein files that includes Donald Trump has apparently now been removed from the DOJ release,” the post read. “@AGPamBondi is this true? What else is being covered up? We need transparency for the American public.”

Democrats accused the Trump administration of a cover-up after at least 16 Epstein-related files were removed from the DOJ website hours after release. The unexplained deletions, including a photo mentioning Trump, raised transparency and legal concerns.

‘This is a White House cover-up’: Democrats decry after 16 Epstein files, including Trump’s photo, removed from DOJ website

At least 16 documents linked to Jeffrey Epstein, including a photograph showing US President Donald Trump, have disappeared from the US Justice Department’s public webpage less than 24 hours after their release. The removals were made without any explanation from the government or public notice, raising fresh questions about transparency surrounding the handling of Epstein-related records.&nbsp;&nbsp;The US Justice Department on Friday (Dec 20) started releasing a long-promised set of records linked to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. However, the documents were heavily redacted, raising questions about the transparency of the documents released. The files and images released by the DOJ had several mentions of former Democratic president Bill Clinton, with minimal references to US President Donald Trump.&nbsp;According to Associated Press, the missing files were initially available on Friday, but are no longer accessible now. The documents included images of paintings depicting nude women, and one showing a series of photographs along a credenza and in drawers. A photograph of Trump, alongside Melania Trump, Epstein and his longtime associate Ghislaine Maxwell was also seen.&nbsp;While the Justice Department did not provide any clarification on the missing files, it said in a post on X that “photos and other materials will continue being reviewed and redacted consistent with the law in an abundance of caution as we receive additional information.”&nbsp;In a post on X, Democrats on the House Oversight Committee pointed out the missing photographs.&nbsp;“This photo, file 468, from the Epstein files that includes Donald Trump has apparently now been removed from the DOJ release,” the post read. “@AGPamBondi is this true? What else is being covered up? We need transparency for the American public.”&nbsp;

In another post, the Oversight Dems said that move was a cover-up by the Trump administration. “This is a White House Cover-Up.”

The removals were made without any explanation from the government or public notice, raising fresh questions about transparency surrounding the handling of Epstein-related records.

At least 16 documents linked to Jeffrey Epstein, including a photograph showing US President Donald Trump, have disappeared from the US Justice Department’s public webpage less than 24 hours after their release. The removals were made without any explanation from the government or public notice, raising fresh questions about transparency surrounding the handling of Epstein-related records. The US Justice Department on Friday (Dec 20) started releasing a long-promised set of records linked to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. However, the documents were heavily redacted, raising questions about the transparency of the documents released. The files and images released by the DOJ had several mentions of former Democratic president Bill Clinton, with minimal references to US President Donald Trump. According to Associated Press, the missing files were initially available on Friday, but are no longer accessible now. The documents included images of paintings depicting nude women, and one showing a series of photographs along a credenza and in drawers. A photograph of Trump, alongside Melania Trump, Epstein and his longtime associate Ghislaine Maxwell was also seen. While the Justice Department did not provide any clarification on the missing files, it said in a post on X that “photos and other materials will continue being reviewed and redacted consistent with the law in an abundance of caution as we receive additional information.” In a post on X, Democrats on the House Oversight Committee pointed out the missing photographs. “This photo, file 468, from the Epstein files that includes Donald Trump has apparently now been removed from the DOJ release,” the post read. “@AGPamBondi is this true? What else is being covered up? We need transparency for the American public.”

The removals were made without any explanation from the government or public notice, raising fresh questions about transparency surrounding the handling of Epstein-related records.

Epstein files vanish: Trump photo among 16 documents removed from DOJ website

Justice Department Releases More Epstein Records; Over 13000 Files Made Public 

The Justice Department released more documents Saturday from the Jeffrey Epstein files, after an initial release on Friday included thousands of photos, police reports, and other material as the first records to come to light under the Epstein Files Transparency Act. They include court documents from past cases against Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. The court documents include the 2019 grand jury testimony, which outlines abuse by Jeffrey Epstein in New York and Florida.&nbsp;<h2>‘Epstein used his victims to recruit other young girls’</h2>&nbsp;&nbsp;An FBI agent told a 2019 grand jury in New York that Epstein used his victims to recruit other young girls, testimony released on Saturday shows.In the testimony, the FBI agent said he interviewed multiple victims in New York and Florida, who told him that they would go to Epstein’s home to give him a massage and that “things progressed each additional time.”The agent further recalled what they learned about a 2005 police raid at Epstein’s West Palm Beach home. A massage table, phone messages, sex toys, and other things were found in the raid. In a room, they found message pads that included one note saying, “She has a female for Mr. JE,” and a date of birth.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-has-mooted-direct-ukraine-russia-talks-in-miami-for-ending-war-says-zelensky-1766250794855">US has mooted direct Ukraine-Russia talks in Miami for ending war, says Zelensky</a><h2>Maxwell’s role in Epstein’s abuse detailed in testimony</h2>&nbsp;An FBI agent who testified before a 2019 federal grand jury revealed Ghislane Maxwell’s role in Epstein’s abuse. “Ghislane Maxwell was like a cool older sister and made comments like, ‘This is what grownups do,’” a survivor of Epstein’s abuse told the agent.&nbsp;The agent also described interviews with three different women, who, as teenagers, were abused by Epstein. The women described Maxwell being either present or waiting just outside as Epstein sexually abused them in massage rooms at his residences in Palm Beach, New York, and New Mexico, as well as another location in London.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pakistan-s-ex-pm-imran-khan-wife-bushra-bibi-sentenced-to-17-years-in-toshakhana-case-after-trial-in-adiala-jail-1766229127874">Pakistan’s ex-PM Imran Khan, wife Bushra Bibi sentenced to 17 years in Toshakhana case after trial in Adiala Jail</a><h2>‘Epstein abused one 14-year-old girl’</h2>&nbsp;The FBI agent testified that, after the first time Epstein abused one 14-year-old girl, Maxwell called her and said, “In sum and substance, ‘Well, aren’t you a clever girl, Jeffrey was very impressed.’”She said that she “was flown all over the world” with Epstein for years. She also told the agent about an incident after she turned 18.She “said that Maxwell had shown her to a bedroom, and on the bed was a schoolgirl outfit.”“Maxwell said, ‘Well, I thought it would be adorable if you gave Jeffrey his tea in this,’” the agent said."So [she] felt like she had to put it on so she put it on, took Epstein his tea, and Epstein then slapped her on the buttocks and reached under the skirt and touched her.”Asked what the woman’s demeanor was like, recounting this during her witness interview, the agent replied, “She was crying; she was very upset.”The agent said a schoolgirl outfit was recovered from Epstein's New York mansion by law enforcement in 2019.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-yunus-trying-to-bring-islamists-to-power-via-rigged-poll-threat-to-india-is-real-hasina-s-son-sajeeb-wazed-1766140132399">‘Yunus trying to bring Islamists to power via rigged poll, threat to India is real’: Hasina’s son Sajeeb Wazed</a><h2>Handwritten notes show messages for Epstein, including missed call from Trump</h2>&nbsp;Over a dozen handwritten messages left for Epstein were also shown in what appears to be a 2019 grand jury presentation.&nbsp;Several similar messages for “Mr. JE” reference females being available or asking if they are, while two others focus on whether a female can work. Another message appears to be from a girl trying to talk to “JE” about college.&nbsp;&nbsp;Another message shows that now-President Donald Trump called Epstein. The call time is recorded as 5:18, but the message is not dated, and no reason is mentioned for the call.&nbsp;There were a total of 18 messages in the presentation. All callers were redacted except for the ones referencing Trump and one Darren.

In the testimony, the FBI agent said he interviewed multiple victims in New York and Florida, who told him that they would go to Epstein’s home to give him a massage and that “things progressed each additional time.”

The Justice Department released more documents Saturday from the Jeffrey Epstein files, after an initial release on Friday included thousands of photos, police reports, and other material as the first records to come to light under the Epstein Files Transparency Act. They include court documents from past cases against Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. The court documents include the 2019 grand jury testimony, which outlines abuse by Jeffrey Epstein in New York and Florida. ‘Epstein used his victims to recruit other young girls’ An FBI agent told a 2019 grand jury in New York that Epstein used his victims to recruit other young girls, testimony released on Saturday shows. In the testimony, the FBI agent said he interviewed multiple victims in New York and Florida, who told him that they would go to Epstein’s home to give him a massage and that “things progressed each additional time.” The agent further recalled what they learned about a 2005 police raid at Epstein’s West Palm Beach home. A massage table, phone messages, sex toys, and other things were found in the raid. In a room, they found message pads that included one note saying, “She has a female for Mr. JE,” and a date of birth. Also Read: US has mooted direct Ukraine-Russia talks in Miami for ending war, says Zelensky Maxwell’s role in Epstein’s abuse detailed in testimony An FBI agent who testified before a 2019 federal grand jury revealed Ghislane Maxwell’s role in Epstein’s abuse. “Ghislane Maxwell was like a cool older sister and made comments like, ‘This is what grownups do,’” a survivor of Epstein’s abuse told the agent. The agent also described interviews with three different women, who, as teenagers, were abused by Epstein. The women described Maxwell being either present or waiting just outside as Epstein sexually abused them in massage rooms at his residences in Palm Beach, New York, and New Mexico, as well as another location in London. Also Read: Pakistan’s ex-PM Imran Khan, wife Bushra Bibi sentenced to 17 years in Toshakhana case after trial in Adiala Jail ‘Epstein abused one 14-year-old girl’ The FBI agent testified that, after the first time Epstein abused one 14-year-old girl, Maxwell called her and said, “In sum and substance, ‘Well, aren’t you a clever girl, Jeffrey was very impressed.’” She said that she “was flown all over the world” with Epstein for years. She also told the agent about an incident after she turned 18. She “said that Maxwell had shown her to a bedroom, and on the bed was a schoolgirl outfit.” “Maxwell said, ‘Well, I thought it would be adorable if you gave Jeffrey his tea in this,’” the agent said. "So [she] felt like she had to put it on so she put it on, took Epstein his tea, and Epstein then slapped her on the buttocks and reached under the skirt and touched her.” Asked what the woman’s demeanor was like, recounting this during her witness interview, the agent replied, “She was crying; she was very upset.” The agent said a schoolgirl outfit was recovered from Epstein's New York mansion by law enforcement in 2019. Also Read: ‘Yunus trying to bring Islamists to power via rigged poll, threat to India is real’: Hasina’s son Sajeeb Wazed Handwritten notes show messages for Epstein, including missed call from Trump Over a dozen handwritten messages left for Epstein were also shown in what appears to be a 2019 grand jury presentation. Several similar messages for “Mr. JE” reference females being available or asking if they are, while two others focus on whether a female can work. Another message appears to be from a girl trying to talk to “JE” about college. Another message shows that now-President Donald Trump called Epstein. The call time is recorded as 5:18, but the message is not dated, and no reason is mentioned for the call. There were a total of 18 messages in the presentation. All callers were redacted except for the ones referencing Trump and one Darren.

In the testimony, the FBI agent said he interviewed multiple victims in New York and Florida, who told him that they would go to Epstein’s home to give him a massage and that “things progressed each additional time.”

Epstein files release: 2019 grand jury testimony outlines abuse by ‘JE’ in New York, Florida

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