Attorney General Reveals Investigation into Trump Adversaries and Epstein Links

On Friday, the Attorney General appointed interim US attorney Jay Clayton to lead an investigation into political adversaries of the President and their relationships with Jeffrey Epstein. This action came hours after Trump instructed her to launch the investigation.

In a statement, Bondi highlighted Clayton as “a highly skilled and reliable legal expert”. She added, “The department will handle this matter promptly and thoroughly to provide clarity for citizens.”

This development contrasts with a July memo from justice department officials which indicated that the Epstein files lacked grounds for further inquiries. As per the memo, investigators “did not uncover evidence that could predicate an investigation against uncharged third parties”

The President Calls for Scrutiny of Political Opponents in Epstein Matter

This news coincides with growing pressure from the president on lawmakers to block the full release of Epstein-related documents ahead of an upcoming House vote in the coming days. Many Republicans are expected to back the release.

Recently released emails from Epstein have spotlighted Trump’s previous connections with the sex trafficker, revealing information that he knew more about Epstein’s conduct than he has previously let on.

On Friday, the President announced he would ask the Department of Justice to examine connections between Epstein and Democratic figures, specifically naming Bill Clinton, Larry Summers and Reid Hoffman. Interestingly, he also described the “Epstein hoax” as a “deception”.

Additional Updates from Friday

• The President stated he would take legal action against the BBC, despite an apology from the network. Trump said the lawsuit could seek billions in damages.
• Epstein allegedly advised Steve Bannon during a pro-Trump effort to defend the president’s agenda. Text messages made public show his role in advising the influencer.
• US military are developing plans for a divided Gaza, with a “green zone” under international and Israeli control and a “red zone” left in ruins.
• Georgia prosecutor have revived the last remaining criminal case against Trump after naming a new lead prosecutor.
• Trump reversed tariff policy by reducing taxes on food imports like beef, tomatoes, coffee and bananas to combat inflation concerns.
• The two nations reached a deal to lower import taxes on Swiss goods from a significant decrease.

Other notable events featured appeals to protect national parks, criticism of an antisemitism watchdog, and a judge’s decision for a settlement in the Purdue Pharma lawsuit.