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Recently released court documents related to Jeffrey Epstein mention former Presidents Bill Clinton and Donald Trump, but do not implicate them in any criminal activities connected to Epstein, a convicted sex trafficker.

The documents frequently mention Clinton due to his past use of Epstein’s private jet and a dispute over the reliability of a witness who claimed to have seen Clinton at Epstein’s property. This dispute centers around whether the former president’s presence affects the witness’s overall credibility.

Trump is mentioned in the context of Epstein suggesting he would invite the former president, then a real estate magnate, to a casino. Another section of the documents includes a statement from a witness who denied being solicited for sexual activities involving Trump.

These documents also name other high-profile figures who have publicly denied involvement with Epstein, such as Prince Andrew of the United Kingdom and well-known lawyer Alan Dershowitz. In response to the release, Dershowitz commented on social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) about the dangers of associating individuals with Epstein without evidence of wrongdoing.

In addition to Clinton and Trump, the documents contain names of sexual abuse victims, witnesses, and individuals associated with Epstein, many of whom had only peripheral connections to him. Epstein was accused of running a global trafficking ring targeting underage girls.

Sigrid McCawley, a lawyer representing the accuser, emphasized the importance of exposing those who facilitated Epstein’s crimes to ensure justice for the survivors and to combat sex trafficking.

David Ring, a trial lawyer who has represented numerous sexual abuse victims, noted the significance of public information in aiding victim closure, particularly since many victims are often silenced by civil settlements.

U.S. District Judge Loretta A. Preska ordered the release of these documents, noting their mostly public nature and lack of opposition from the individuals named.

Shortly before their release, Judge Preska mentioned that two individuals, referred to as “Doe 107” and “Doe 110,” requested anonymity pending further court proceedings.

The documents originate from a 2015 lawsuit by Virginia Giuffre, who accused Epstein and his associate Ghislaine Maxwell of directing her to engage with prominent men. During the litigation, Maxwell challenged Giuffre’s claims about Clinton, citing them as a reason to question her credibility.

A statement from Clinton’s office reiterated his unawareness of Epstein’s criminal activities and denied any recent contact or visits to Epstein’s island.

Epstein died by suicide in a New York jail in 2019, and Maxwell is currently serving a 20-year sentence for her role in the abuse.

Maxwell maintains her innocence, as stated by her legal team, Arthur Aidala and Diana Fabi Samson.