US President Donald Trump has said he signed a bill requiring the Justice Department to release files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The legislation, which was passed by Congress, mandates that the Department of Justice disclose all records related to Epstein’s legal cases, including his alleged ties to high-profile individuals and his financial activities. The bill was introduced in response to growing public interest and calls for transparency following Epstein’s 2019 death in a New York jail cell.
Epstein, a billionaire convicted of sexually abusing minors, was imprisoned in 2019 after being found guilty in a federal case. His death in the jail cell at the time sparked widespread speculation about the circumstances of his death and the possibility of misconduct by prison officials. The release of the files is expected to shed light on the legal proceedings against Epstein and any potential involvement of public officials or private entities.