US justice department investigates Epstein's alleged ties to Clinton and banks after Trump request

Democrats are accusing Trump of using the justice department to deflect from his previous relationship with Epstein.

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US President Donald Trump said he would ask Attorney General Pam Bondi and the FBI to look into Epstein's "involvement and relationship" with Clinton and others.

Bondi said the department "will pursue this with urgency and integrity".

Trump's request came days after thousands of Epstein's emails were released by the US Congress - which include mentions of the US president. Democrats have accused Trump of trying to deflect from questions about his relationship with Epstein.

The emails, released by the US House Oversight Committee, include many high-profile figures. A review by the Wall Street Journal found that Trump was mentioned in more than 1,600 of the 2,324 email threads.