A spokesperson for former President Bill Clinton issued a bold demand Monday, December 22, calling for the immediate release of all documents related to the former president in the Jeffrey Epstein files and accusing the Department of Justice of selectively releasing materials to protect someone or something.
Angel Urena, Clinton’s spokesperson, said that Clinton needs no protection and challenged the Trump administration to direct Pam Bondi to immediately release any remaining materials referring to, mentioning, or containing a photograph of Bill Clinton. The statement came after the DOJ released thousands of Epstein files on Friday, December 19, 2025, that included numerous photographs of the former president without context.
Urena accused the DOJ of using selective releases to imply wrongdoing where there is none. “What the Department of Justice has released so far, and the manner in which it did so, makes one thing clear: someone or something is being protected,” Urena wrote, adding that Clinton’s team does not know whom, what or why.
The released files included photos of Clinton in a hot tub, pictures of him with Michael Jackson and Diana Ross, and images showing him with Mick Jagger. The photographs, released without background information, date back more than 20 years to Clinton’s past association with Epstein.
A DOJ spokesperson shot back at the accusations, calling Clinton’s assertion ridiculous and false. The department stated that no redactions have been or will be made to protect famous individuals or politically exposed persons.
The document release stems from a law signed by Donald Trump in November 2025 requiring all files related to federal investigations into the disgraced financier to be released by December 19, 2025. The DOJ has faced criticism for not meeting that deadline completely, with hundreds of thousands of pages still under review.
Todd Blanche defended the timing, saying over 200 lawyers were working around the clock to review files for release. The department emphasized its commitment to protecting victims while maintaining transparency in the process.
Trump weighed in on the controversy Monday during a press conference. “I hate to see photos come out of him,” Trump said of Clinton. The president added that he has always gotten along with Bill Clinton and called him “a big boy” who can handle the situation.
Clinton has not been accused of wrongdoing related to Epstein. No survivor or associate has ever made a public allegation of wrongdoing or inappropriate behavior by Clinton in connection with his prior relationship with the convicted sex offender.
The House Oversight Committee has subpoenaed Bill Clinton for depositions scheduled for January 13 and 14. The committee’s focus includes examining his relationship with Epstein.
Epstein’s alleged victims have also expressed dissatisfaction with the document release. Lawyers representing over 200 survivors of Epstein and his convicted co-conspirator Ghislaine Maxwell reported that clients saw identifying information in unredacted documents released by the DOJ.
Maxwell is serving a 20-year prison sentence following her conviction in 2021 for sex trafficking of minors. The conviction represented a significant legal victory for prosecutors pursuing justice for Epstein’s victims.
Epstein allegedly died by suicide in a New York City jail cell in August 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges. His death sparked numerous conspiracy theories and calls for transparency regarding his connections to powerful individuals.
The files released last week marked only a fraction of the total documents held by the DOJ. The department indicated it would continue releasing additional materials in the coming weeks as lawyers complete their review process.
Urena argued that if the DOJ refuses to release all remaining Clinton-related materials immediately, it would confirm widespread suspicions that the department’s actions are about insinuation rather than transparency.
The controversy has reignited public interest in the extent of Epstein’s connections to prominent figures in politics, business, and the entertainment industry. The context, time frame, and location of photographs remain unclear.
Trump acknowledged that many people were friendly with Epstein years ago, noting the financier was a prominent figure in Palm Beach and other locations.
The ongoing release of Epstein files represents an unprecedented effort at government transparency regarding a high-profile criminal investigation. The process has exposed tensions between the public’s demand for information and the legal requirements to protect victims and maintain the integrity of ongoing investigations.
As the DOJ continues its document review and release process, pressure continues to mount from multiple directions. Lawmakers, victims’ advocates, and public figures like Clinton all demand faster and more complete disclosure of information related to one of the most notorious criminal cases in recent American history.