Bondi faces criticism over claim all Epstein files have been released

February 16, 2026 • Google News World

Bondi Criticised Over Epstein Files Statement

Australian politician and former Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton has faced criticism after stating that all files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein have been released. The comments were made during a press conference, where Dutton expressed confidence in the Australian government’s handling of the matter.

The Epstein case has sparked widespread attention globally, with numerous high-profile individuals and organizations implicated in the scandal. In recent days, several prominent figures have faced fallout as a result of their past dealings with Epstein.

According to reports, some of these individuals have been identified through leaked documents and other sources. The documents, which were obtained by various news outlets, appear to show that Epstein had connections to numerous powerful people across multiple continents.

The fallout has seen several high-profile figures facing scrutiny over their associations with Epstein. In the US, for example, several politicians and business leaders have faced criticism over their past dealings with the convicted sex offender.

In Europe, the scandal has also taken down elite figures, with reports suggesting that several prominent individuals have been implicated in the Epstein network.

The Australian government has maintained that it is cooperating fully with international efforts to investigate Epstein’s activities. However, some critics have questioned Dutton’s comments, arguing that they may be premature or misleading.

Dutton’s office has since clarified his statement, saying that while all files related to Epstein have been released in Australia, the full extent of the scandal remains unclear.

Source: Google News World