Clintons Agree to Testify in Epstein Investigation Ahead of Contempt Vote
Decision Ends Months-Long Congressional Standoff
Former U.S. President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton have agreed to testify in a congressional investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, the late financier and convicted sex offender.
The decision comes just days before the House Oversight Committee was set to vote on whether to hold the couple in criminal contempt of Congress for failing to appear after months of negotiations.
Historic Testimony Expected
While the timing of the depositions remains unclear, the appearance will mark a rare moment in congressional history. It will be the first time a former U.S. president has testified before a congressional panel since 1983, when Gerald Ford appeared before lawmakers.
Republicans lead the House Oversight Committee, though several Democrats also supported the contempt measure approved late last month.
Clinton Camp Confirms Cooperation
On Monday evening, Angel Ureña, Bill Clinton’s former deputy chief of staff, confirmed the decision in a post on X.
“They negotiated in good faith,” Ureña wrote in a message directed at the committee. He added that the Clintons would appear and looked forward to setting a precedent that applies equally to all individuals.
Prior Statements Already Submitted
Both Bill and Hillary Clinton say they previously provided sworn written statements to the committee. According to their representatives, those submissions contained all the limited information they had regarding Epstein.
The couple had earlier dismissed the congressional subpoenas, describing them as an effort ordered by President Donald Trump to embarrass political opponents rather than a legitimate inquiry.
No Allegations Against Bill Clinton
Bill Clinton has acknowledged knowing Epstein but says he cut off contact more than 20 years ago. He has repeatedly denied any knowledge of Epstein’s crimes.
Importantly, no survivors of Epstein’s abuse have accused Bill Clinton of wrongdoing, and Epstein died in federal custody in 2019 while awaiting trial.
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