Bill and Hillary Clinton have agreed to testify in a House investigation into Jeffrey Epstein after new files were released and a contempt vote loomed, while Sarah Ferguson's charity closed due to her revealed correspondence with the disgraced financier. The DOJ faces widespread criticism for its incomplete release of Epstein documents, with activists and victims' lawyers demanding more transparency and accountability.
The article details significant developments in the Jeffrey Epstein scandal following a deluge of newly released files. Bill and Hillary Clinton, after a months-long battle and initial resistance, have agreed to testify in a House investigation, reversing their previous stance that written testimony was sufficient. Their spokesperson confirmed their appearance, stating they look forward to setting a precedent. This decision came after threats of a contempt vote from GOP leader James Comer, who accused them of seeking 'special treatment.' Separately, Sarah Ferguson, the former Duchess of York, abruptly closed her charity, Sarah's Trust, after emails surfaced showing her contacting Epstein while he was in prison, seeking financial advice, and even congratulating him on a 'baby boy.' The Department of Justice (DOJ) is facing intense scrutiny and anger for its 'botched handling' of the file release, with over 3 million documents reportedly still undisclosed, despite the 'Epstein Files Transparency Act.' Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche claimed the department met its obligations, but victims' lawyers argue the government is failing to provide accountability and is withholding information about those who aided Epstein's immunity. Blanche controversially stated that 'it is not a crime to party with Mr Epstein' or to email him, while also noting that photos alone are not enough for prosecution. Further revelations from the files include Epstein's extensive attempts to court Vladimir Putin, who is mentioned over a thousand times in the documents. Victims of Epstein's abuse shared emotional videos, and a royal expert warned of more damaging revelations concerning Prince Andrew. The article also speculates on Donald Trump's construction projects as a sign of anxiety regarding his legacy amidst the Epstein file releases.
