President Donald Trump announced his intention to ask the
U.S. Department of Justice and the FBI to investigate Jeffrey Epstein’s
connections with prominent figures including former President Bill Clinton.
Trump’s statement, made via Truth Social, targets several Democrats and major
financial institutions amid claims of a broader political deflection concerning
the Epstein case.
Trump’s Announcement on Investigating Epstein’s Connections
As reported by a Reuters correspondent on November 14, 2025,
President Donald Trump declared that he would be requesting Attorney General
Pam Bondi and the Department of Justice, alongside the FBI, to launch an
investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s relationships with
Bill Clinton, Larry Summers, Reid Hoffman, J.P. Morgan Chase, and others. Trump
made this announcement through a post on his social media platform, Truth
Social, accusing Democrats of exploiting the “Epstein hoax” to deflect
responsibility for the recent government shutdown — the longest in U.S.
history.
In his statement, Trump wrote,
“I will be asking A.G. Pam Bondi, and the Department of Justice, together with our great patriots at the FBI, to investigate Jeffrey Epstein's involvement and relationship with Bill Clinton, Larry Summers, Reid Hoffman, J.P. Morgan, Chase, and many other people and institutions, to determine what was going on with them, and him.”
He further characterised this situation as
“another Russia, Russia, Russia Scam, with all arrows pointing to the Democrats,”
claiming that records indicate
these individuals spent considerable time with Epstein, notably on his private
island. Trump concluded with “Stay tuned!!!” to hint at forthcoming developments.
Context of the Investigation Request
According to CBS News on November 13, 2025, Trump’s call for
investigation comes against the backdrop of the government shutdown and ongoing
political tensions. The President framed the Epstein controversy as a
distraction orchestrated by Democrats to shield themselves from criticism
related to the shutdown and other political issues. This aligns with Trump’s
broader narrative accusing his political opponents of misinformation tactics,
drawing parallels with earlier controversies labelled by him as partisan “scams.”
Responses from Other Media Outlets
Additional coverage by France24 emphasized Trump’s request
for the Justice Department and FBI to probe Epstein’s alleged connections to
Democratic leaders, underlining the political implications given Clinton’s
prominence in the party’s history. CNN also echoed the President’s appeal for
an investigation headed by Attorney General Pam Bondi, highlighting that the
claims focus on Epstein’s network of high-profile associates among Democrats.
Axios reported on November 14 that Trump’s move follows
recent disclosures from the House Oversight Committee, which released documents
and emails revealing Jeffrey Epstein’s associations with several influential
figures over a decade. These documents have renewed attention on Epstein’s
entanglements with politics and finance.
Background on Epstein’s Network and Public Interest
The New York Times reported that Epstein’s network has long
been a subject of public and legal scrutiny, linking him to powerful
individuals across various sectors. The renewed focus via Trump’s call for
investigation highlights ongoing public concern about transparency and
accountability related to Epstein’s activities and the extent of his connections.
NBC News revealed that newly released Epstein documents
include emails showing the late offender’s interaction with Donald Trump and
Bill Clinton, alongside other notable personalities. Some emails portray
Epstein’s candid views on Trump’s business practices, illustrating the
complexity and breadth of Epstein’s contact web [NBC News]. Al Jazeera
additionally referenced a 2011 email from Epstein describing Trump spending
“hours” with a victim at Epstein’s house, adding more layers to the historical
narrative surrounding these figures.
President Donald Trump’s announcement to push for a formal inquiry by the Justice Department and FBI into Jeffrey Epstein’s ties with Bill Clinton and other high-profile Democrats marks a significant development in the ongoing discourse about Epstein’s controversial legacy. This move has attracted widespread media coverage and renewed scrutiny of Epstein’s network, illustrating the enduring public and political interest in the case.