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This past Friday, the Attorney General appointed interim US attorney Jay Clayton to lead an inquiry into opponents of Donald Trump and their links with Jeffrey Epstein. This action came just after Trump directed her to begin the investigation.

During an announcement, the Attorney General highlighted Jay Clayton as “a highly skilled and reliable legal expert”. The official remarked, “This case will be addressed with speed and honesty to ensure public transparency.”

This development contrasts with a July memo from justice department officials which declared that documents related to Epstein lacked grounds for further inquiries. According to the memo, authorities “found no proof justifying probes into uncharged individuals”

Trump Demands Scrutiny of Democrats in Epstein Matter

This news comes as increasing demands from Trump on congressional Republicans to oppose the full release of Epstein-related documents ahead of an key congressional decision in the coming days. Several lawmakers are expected to support the release.

Recently released communications from Epstein have spotlighted Trump’s past involvement with the convicted criminal, revealing information that he knew more about Epstein’s conduct than he has previously let on.

On Friday, the President declared he would direct the DOJ to examine connections between Epstein and Democratic figures, including prominent individuals such as Clinton, Summers, and Hoffman. Interestingly, he also described the “Epstein situation” as a “scam”.

Other Updates from the Day

• The President stated he would file a lawsuit against the British broadcaster, despite a formal apology from the media outlet. He said the legal case could seek billions in damages.
• Jeffrey Epstein allegedly advised former Trump aide Steve Bannon during a pro-Trump effort to defend the president’s agenda. Text messages released show Epstein’s involvement in coaching Bannon.
• American forces are developing plans for a divided Gaza, with a secure area under international and Israeli control and a restricted section left in ruins.
• State officials have revived the last remaining criminal case against the President after naming a new lead prosecutor.
• The President changed tariff policy by cutting taxes on imported goods like beef, tomatoes, coffee and bananas to address rising costs.
• US and Switzerland concluded a deal to lower import taxes on Swiss goods from 39% to 15%.

Other notable events included appeals to safeguard public lands, objections of an monitoring group, and a judge’s decision for a resolution in the Purdue Pharma case.