Attorney General Pam Bondi announced Wednesday that the Justice Department will release all unclassified records related to Jeffrey Epstein within 30 days of President Donald Trump signing new disclosure legislation. The move follows the overwhelming passage of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, designed to make decades of previously sealed materials publicly available.
Legislation Clears Congress
The bipartisan bill received near-unanimous approval in the House, passing 427–1, before the Senate formally transmitted it to the president on Wednesday. President Trump has indicated that he intends to sign the measure into law.
Under the law, the Justice Department must disclose all non-classified documents, including investigative files, internal communications, and evidence logs connected to Epstein and his associate, Ghislaine Maxwell. Certain materials may be redacted if their release could jeopardize active investigations or ongoing prosecutions.
Attorney General Bondi on Transparency and Victim Protections
At a news conference, Bondi emphasized the department’s commitment to complying with the new law. “We will follow the law,” she said. “The law passed both chambers last evening. It has not yet been signed, but we will continue to follow the law while protecting victims and providing maximum transparency.”
Bondi also highlighted that recent investigations have surfaced new information, prompting additional review. She confirmed that Jay Clayton, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, has been instructed to examine Epstein’s alleged connections to prominent individuals and financial institutions.
When asked to clarify what the new information entailed, Bondi declined to provide details, citing ongoing investigations, and referred reporters to a post on X by Deputy Assistant Attorney General Todd Blanche. In that post, Blanche noted that law enforcement had recently received materials from Epstein’s estate that had previously been withheld from Congress.
Background: Epstein and Maxwell Cases
Jeffrey Epstein, the financier and convicted sex offender, died in federal custody in 2019 while awaiting trial on charges of sex trafficking minors. Epstein’s death was officially ruled a suicide.
Ghislaine Maxwell, a close associate of Epstein, was found guilty of sex trafficking and related offenses. She is currently serving a 20-year prison sentence. Both cases have drawn international attention due to their connections to high-profile figures and the scale of the alleged crimes.
In July 2025, the Department of Justice and the FBI released a memo stating that investigators had found no evidence that Epstein maintained a “client list,” blackmailed influential individuals, or was murdered. The memo also clarified that no additional charges would be brought against other parties at that time.
The Role of New Investigations
Despite the previous findings, Bondi confirmed that additional leads have prompted further review. “Information that has come forward,” she said, “there’s new information, additional information. We will continue to follow the law to investigate any leads. If there are any victims, we encourage all victims to come forward.”
The Justice Department’s new review demonstrates that the case remains active, even as the broader public prepares to gain access to previously sealed documents.
President Trump Praises the Legislation
President Trump celebrated the bill’s passage, describing it as a “Great Big Beautiful Bill” in a Truth Social post. He highlighted the legislation as part of a broader series of accomplishments by his administration, noting achievements in areas such as economic policy, foreign relations, and national security.
Trump reaffirmed his intention to sign the bill into law, which will compel the Justice Department to release all non-classified Epstein-related files within 30 days, including investigative materials, correspondence, and evidence logs.
Public Interest and Political Implications
The release of these documents is expected to generate significant public and media attention. The case involving Epstein and Maxwell has long been associated with high-profile individuals across multiple sectors, leading to widespread interest in transparency and accountability.
By mandating the disclosure of unclassified records, the law aims to balance public interest with the protection of victims and the integrity of ongoing investigations.
Looking Ahead
As the Justice Department prepares to comply with the Epstein Files Transparency Act, legal observers and the public alike are closely watching developments. The release of these records may provide new insights into the scope of Epstein’s activities, Maxwell’s involvement, and the wider network of individuals connected to the case.
Attorney General Bondi has reiterated the department’s commitment to both transparency and victim protection. The next 30 days following the signing of the bill will be a critical period for the DOJ as it reviews, redacts, and prepares materials for public release.
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