Macron’s name appears in Epstein files: Paris prosecutors launch review
French prosecutors have set up a special team to examine evidence related to French nationals mentioned in the Jeffrey Epstein files. Documents that also reference President Emmanuel Macron have sparked debate in France.
Following the release of new documents linked to Jeffrey Epstein in the United States, judicial authorities in France have begun taking action. The Paris prosecutor’s office announced the creation of a special team to analyze material that could implicate French nationals. Reports that President Emmanuel Macron’s name appears in several documents have drawn significant public attention.
Special investigative team formed in Paris
The Paris prosecutor’s office said a dedicated group of magistrates has been assigned to analyze newly released material from the Epstein investigation.
According to the statement, the team will work alongside financial crimes prosecutors and police to identify any elements that could form the basis of new investigations.
Authorities also confirmed that the case of former modeling agency executive Jean-Luc Brunel, described as a close associate of Epstein who died in custody in 2022, will be re-examined. Brunel had previously faced accusations involving minors.
Prosecutors added that complaints and requests for review have also been received in relation to a French diplomat, a modeling recruiter and a musician whose names surfaced in the material.
Debate in France after Macron’s name cited
References to French President Emmanuel Macron in some of the released documents have fueled political and public debate in France.
Macron addressed the issue by stating, “This is a matter for the U.S. judiciary,” emphasizing that the legal process should be handled by American authorities. He also noted that the victims of Epstein should not be forgotten and that the truth must be established.
Some emails cited in the documents reportedly included claims by Epstein that he had exchanged views with Macron on various topics, though the presence of a name in the material does not in itself constitute evidence of wrongdoing.
Political reactions and additional cases
The publication of the Epstein files has also brought other French public figures into the spotlight, prompting calls for further investigations. Preliminary inquiries have been reported in connection with some of these names.
Separately, financial prosecutors opened a preliminary investigation into allegations of aggravated tax fraud and money laundering linked to one former French minister after his name appeared in related documents.
Jeffrey Epstein died in prison in 2019 while awaiting trial on charges of trafficking and exploiting underage girls.
