Files of the world's biggest sex scandal will now be opened. Find out what this case is about, in which Trump's name came up.

News Topical, Digital Desk : US President Donald Trump has signed the Epstein Files Transparency Act, requiring the Law Ministry to release within 30 days all files, communications related to Jeffrey Epstein's sexual offenses and the investigation into his 2019 death in prison.

Jeffrey Epstein was an American financier and investor. He was accused of sex trafficking, exploitation of minor girls, and organized crime. He moved in a circle of wealthy individuals, politicians, celebrities, and scientists. In 2019, while awaiting trial for sex trafficking, he died in prison. The death was officially ruled a suicide. However, his death raised many questions.

These questions are at the heart of the Epstein Files, court documents detailing his network, connections, and crimes.

These files are in the news because they contain the names of numerous presidents, politicians, and officials who were connected to Epstein's social and business circle. However, in most cases, these names are merely mentions, not direct accusations of crime.

What are the Epstein Files?

The Epstein Files primarily refers to court documents related to a defamation lawsuit filed in 2015 by Virginia Roberts Giuffre (a victim) against Ghislaine Maxwell (Epstein's partner and co-accused).

Maxwell was sentenced to 20 years in prison for sex trafficking in 2021. These documents, which will be unsealed in January 2024, include flight logs, depositions, emails, and motions. In total, nearly 200 names are mentioned, but this is not a "client list," but rather the dark secrets of Epstein's social and financial network.

What new developments have come in this case in 2025?

• The US Congress has requested new emails and documents from Epstein's estate, which mention accounts at more than 20 banks.
• President Donald Trump directed Attorney General Pam Bondi to investigate Bill Clinton and others' ties to Epstein.
• The Democratic Oversight Committee released the third batch of files, which also included names like Elon Musk, Peter Thiel and Steve Bannon.
• The victims themselves have announced the creation of a "client list" that will name Epstein's associates.

Why are presidents, politicians and officials involved?

Epstein's network was so extensive because he connected with wealthy individuals as a financial advisor, making donations, hosting parties, and helping with political funding.

Epstein moved in elite circles in New York and Florida. He supported the Clinton Foundation and attended Trump's Mar-a-Lago club. He provided loans or took trips to numerous politicians. But the investigation did not prove that he was involved in any of the crimes.

Epstein and Maxwell would lure underage girls for "massages," which would eventually lead to sexual exploitation. Many high-profile individuals were at these parties, but most escaped prosecution due to a lack of evidence.

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