A spokesperson for Bill Clinton called for the immediate release of all remaining files related to the former president in the Justice Department’s trove of materials concerning convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, arguing that the selective nature of recent document releases suggests someone or something is being protected.
Angel Ureña, speaking on behalf of Clinton, issued a statement on December 22, 2025, challenging the Department of Justice to release any remaining materials mentioning or showing the 42nd president. Ureña declared that Clinton needs no protection, directly calling on President Donald Trump to direct Attorney General Pam Bondi to accelerate the disclosure process.
The statement comes days after the Department of Justice released thousands of files related to Epstein on Friday, December 19, 2025. The release included numerous photographs of Clinton, some showing him in a hot tub and others depicting him with Ghislaine Maxwell, who is currently serving a 20-year prison sentence following her conviction in 2021 for sex trafficking minors.
The photographs were released without context or background information, prompting sharp criticism from Clinton’s team about the manner and timing of the disclosure. Ureña wrote that the content and method of the file releases make it clear that someone or something is being protected, though he acknowledged uncertainty about whom or why.
Trump signed the Epstein Files Transparency Act in November 2025, which mandated the release of all files related to federal investigations into the disgraced financier. However, the Justice Department has faced criticism from victims and lawmakers for not fully meeting the Friday deadline and for the slow, piecemeal nature of subsequent releases.
The Department of Justice has defended its approach, stating that more than 200 lawyers are reviewing files around the clock. Officials said the Department of Justice is committed to transparency and redacting only what is legally required, adding that no redactions have been or will be made to protect famous individuals.
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche explained the department’s methodology, emphasizing the need to protect victims while ensuring transparency. The department is required by law to redact identifying information about victims, minors and potential victims, as well as privileged material.
Despite the comprehensive nature of the releases, victims have expressed dissatisfaction with the partial disclosure. Attorneys representing more than 200 survivors of Epstein and Maxwell told media outlets that partial release is unacceptable. Some victims have also raised concerns that redactions have not been sufficient, with identifying information inadvertently exposed in some documents.
Clinton has not been accused of wrongdoing in connection with Epstein’s crimes. No survivor or associate of Epstein has ever made a public allegation of wrongdoing or inappropriate behavior by Clinton related to his prior relationship with the financier.
The former president traveled with Epstein in 2002 and 2003, according to flight logs that have been previously disclosed. The photographs released Friday showed Clinton with Maxwell, though the images provided no indication of illegal activity or knowledge of Epstein’s criminal conduct.
Trump addressed the controversy during remarks at Mar-a-Lago, Florida, expressing sympathy for Clinton. Trump said he hates to see photos of Clinton, noting that everyone was friendly with Epstein at various social events in Palm Beach and other locations.
Epstein died by suicide in a NYC jail cell in August 2019 while awaiting trial on federal sex trafficking charges. His associate Maxwell was convicted in 2021 for her role in recruiting and grooming underage girls for sexual abuse.
The House Oversight Committee has also been active in investigating connections between prominent figures and Epstein. The committee has released additional photographs from Epstein’s estate, including images of both Trump and Clinton, as part of their ongoing inquiry into the sex trafficking operation.
Ureña’s statement emphasized that if the Justice Department refuses to release all materials related to Clinton, it would confirm suspicions that the agency is releasing data selectively to imply wrongdoing about individuals who have already been repeatedly cleared by the department under presidents and attorneys general of both parties.
The call for complete transparency reflects broader frustrations with the pace and scope of the document releases. While the Epstein Files Transparency Act aimed to provide full public access to all investigative materials, the practical implementation has proven challenging given the volume of documents and legal requirements to protect victim identities.
The ongoing releases have drawn significant public attention as Americans seek answers about the full extent of Epstein’s criminal network and whether powerful individuals were complicit in or aware of his activities. The files continue to be reviewed by hundreds of Department of Justice attorneys working to balance transparency with legal obligations to protect victims and sensitive information.
As the document releases continue in the coming weeks, pressure from victims, their advocates and public figures like Clinton is likely to intensify, demanding both speed and completeness in making the full investigative record available to the American public.