The House Oversight Committee released emails showing that Jeffrey Epstein maintained contact with powerful political and legal figures for years. According to the messages, Epstein claimed he ended his relationship with former President Bill Clinton because he believed Clinton had lied to him. Clinton’s representatives denied the claims, stating that Clinton had no knowledge of Epstein’s crimes and had not spoken to him for decades.

The emails also reveal a friendly relationship between Epstein and Kathryn Ruemmler, who previously served as White House counsel under President Barack Obama. Their exchanges included political discussions and personal commentary, raising questions about the extent of Epstein’s influence. Ruemmler later met Epstein through professional legal work and has said their interactions were business-related.

Despite claims of a falling-out, Clinton’s name appears in other emails connected to Epstein. Records show long-standing ties between the two, including donations, visits, and flights, highlighting Epstein’s deep connections within elite political and social circles.