Hillary Clinton has called for full transparency in the ongoing dispute over records tied to Jeffrey Epstein, criticizing former President Donald Trump in a renewed public exchange.
Speaking to the BBC during an international forum in Berlin, Clinton framed the issue around accountability and openness, urging officials to release all remaining documents. “Get the files out,” she said, suggesting the process was being slowed and possibly influenced by politics. She has repeatedly stated she never met Epstein and that neither she nor Bill Clinton has been accused of wrongdoing by survivors.
The comments come as the U.S. Department of Justice releases additional Epstein-related materials, including flight logs, contact lists, depositions, and internal communications. Officials emphasize that appearing in these records does not imply misconduct, noting Epstein maintained wide social networks. Public records do show Bill Clinton had contact with Epstein in the late 1990s and early 2000s, including foundation-related travel after leaving office, though his representatives say he was unaware of Epstein’s crimes and later cut ties.
Clinton has also acknowledged meeting Ghislaine Maxwell a few times socially but says the interactions were limited. Maxwell was convicted in 2022 for her role in recruiting underage girls for Epstein.
As part of congressional oversight, both Clintons have agreed to testify before the House Oversight Committee, with Hillary Clinton scheduled to appear first. She has said she is willing to participate and prefers public hearings.
Trump has denied wrongdoing, saying he had a past social acquaintance with Epstein but later distanced himself. The White House has defended the pace of document releases, citing legal and privacy reviews.
The dispute underscores how the Epstein case continues to influence political debate years after his 2019 death. Legal experts stress that conclusions must rely on verified evidence, while critics argue the public still lacks full clarity. Whether further disclosures will resolve those concerns remains uncertain.
