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A spokesperson for former President Bill Clinton released a statement on Monday urging President Donald Trump and Attorney General Pam Bondi to release all materials and images of Clinton in connection to the Epstein Files Transparency Act.
Newsweek reached out to the Department of Justice (DOJ) via online form for comment.
Why It Matters
The DOJ's ongoing release of Jeffrey Epstein files has intensified public scrutiny of high-profile individuals' alleged ties to Epstein, a sex offender whose connections spanned global elites.
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Clinton is among those featured in the recently released photographs and documents. As the files prompted sharp political debate, Clinton's spokesperson has directly challenged the Trump administration's handling of disclosures, calling for full transparency and rebuking what they describe as selective releases. The files have reignited broader questions about government accountability, redactions to safeguard victims and potential political motives behind the pace and focus of the releases.
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What Did Bill Clinton's Spokesperson Say About the Files Release?
In a statement released by Clinton spokesperson Angel Ureña on X Monday, Ureña said in part: "The Epstein Files Transparency Act imposes a clear legal duty on the U.S. Department of Justice to produce the full and complete record the public demands and deserves.
“However, what the Department of Justice has released so far, and the manner in which it did so, makes one thing clear: someone or something is being protected. We do not know whom, what or why. But we do know this: We need no such protection.”
The DOJ began releasing Epstein-related files on December 19 under the Epstein Files Transparency Act—a law signed by Trump mandating declassification and publication of almost all federal records related to Epstein and his network.
The first large batch included thousands of documents and photographs, some showing public figures such as Clinton, Michael Jackson and Chris Tucker in social settings with Epstein. Many of these images were undated and redacted.
None have been accused of wrongdoing in relation to Epstein’s crimes.
Bill Clinton Pictured in Epstein Files Release: What We Know
Some of the images released by the DOJ show Clinton in poolside and social settings, such as a hot tub and cultural gatherings with Epstein, his former associate Ghislaine Maxwell and others, though the times and locations are not specified.
What People Are Saying
Republican Congressman Thomas Massie, on X Monday: "The survivors deserve justice. The DOJ release does not comply with the Epstein Files Transparency Act and does not provide what the survivors are guaranteed under the new law."
Bondi, on X Sunday: "The Department of Justice previously stated we will bring charges against anyone involved in the trafficking and exploitation of Jeffrey Epstein’s victims. We reaffirm this commitment, and ask any victim to please come forward with any information pertaining to any individuals who engaged in illicit activity at their expense. We have met with many victims and victims groups, and will continue to do so if more reach out. Please contact myself, DAG Blanche, or the FBI and we will investigate immediately. We believe in the equal standard of justice in this country and will ensure that Justice is served."
What Happens Next
The DOJ has said that additional files are slated for incremental release, with an emphasis on continued protection for victim identities.
Update 12/22/25, 4:36 p.m. ET: This article has been updated with additional information.
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