DOJ Publishes Initial Epstein Files Under Transparency Act The Justice Department uploaded the first tranche of thousands of Epstein‑related documents to its website on December 19, citing the Epstein Files Transparency Act (H.R. 4405) [2][3]. The collection includes heavily redacted flight logs, a child‑pornography complaint, and assorted investigative files [2]. Redactions are said to protect victims’ identities and ongoing investigative details [3].

Bill Clinton Appears in Numerous Undated Poolside Photographs Dozens of images show former President Bill Clinton in a hot tub and swimming pool alongside Ghislaine Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein, though timestamps and locations are omitted [1][2][3]. Additional pictures feature Clinton with celebrities such as Michael Jackson, Mick Jagger, and Diana Ross, underscoring the breadth of the visual material [1][2]. The release follows earlier disclosures that also displayed Clinton with other high‑profile figures [3].

Images Do Not Indicate Criminal Conduct, Clinton Denies Wrongdoing Both the articles and the DOJ statement stress that the photographs do not imply any illegal activity on Clinton’s part [1][2]. Clinton has publicly denied any wrongdoing related to Epstein [2]. The Justice Department concluded there is no evidence to justify further investigations of uncharged public figures, including Clinton [1].

Lawmakers and Public Demand More Complete, Less Redacted Files Republican Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene and other lawmakers criticized the partial release and urged the DOJ to provide a fuller, less‑redacted set of documents [1]. Democrats also faulted the agency for missing the statutory deadline, calling for accelerated future disclosures [2]. The DOJ pledged additional uploads after ongoing review, citing continued congressional and survivor‑advocate pressure [1][3].