Summary
The Department of Justice clarified that claims involving President Donald Trump in newly released Jeffrey Epstein files are "unfounded and false." The files, which include emails and court documents, had to be released under a law President Trump signed, which mandates transparency regarding Epstein-related information.
Key Facts
- The DOJ released new documents about Jeffrey Epstein, which included mentions of President Trump.
- The Department of Justice stated the claims about President Trump are "unfounded and false."
- The documents consist of emails, court records, photos, and videos.
- The Epstein Files Transparency Act, signed by President Trump, required these files to be made public.
- The law restricts releasing details that could harm victims or active investigations but allows information even if it might embarrass public figures.
- President Trump stated he distanced himself from Epstein years ago.
- Epstein was a convicted sex offender who died by suicide in 2019.
