What's happened
Unsealed court files detail visits by high-profile figures to Jeffrey Epstein's Florida mansion
Why it matters
The unsealed court documents shed light on the connections between high-profile figures and Jeffrey Epstein, adding to the ongoing scrutiny of his network and potential involvement in his criminal activities.
What the papers say
The NY Post and The Independent provide details about Donald Trump's visits to Epstein's house, while BBC News and NY Post focus on Prince Andrew's stays at the mansion.
How we got here
The unsealed court documents are part of a 2015 defamation lawsuit by Virginia Giuffre against Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein's former girlfriend.
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Jeffrey Edward Epstein was an American financier and convicted sex offender. He began his professional life as a teacher but then switched to the banking and finance sector in various roles, working at Bear Stearns before forming his own firm.