Hillary Clinton Congress testimony on Epstein took place behind closed doors in Chappaqua, New York, where the former Secretary of State answered questions for more than six hours about her alleged knowledge of convicted financier Jeffrey Epstein. From the outset, Clinton made clear she had no awareness of Epstein’s criminal conduct.
“I had no idea about their criminal activities,” she said in her opening statement. “I do not recall ever encountering Mr. Epstein.
I never visited his island, home, or offices, nor flew on his plane.”
The deposition was held at the Chappaqua Performing Arts Center, near the home she shares with former President Bill Clinton.
It marked a historic first, as a former first lady appeared before Congress under subpoena.
Why the Hillary Clinton Congress Testimony on Epstein Was Ordered
The House Oversight Committee, led by Chairman James Comer, has been investigating Epstein’s ties to powerful people, political leaders, businessmen, and some big personalities.
Epstein, a wealthy money manager, pleaded guilty in 2008 to charges involving underage girls in Florida and later died by suicide in federal jail in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges.
Although Bill Clinton previously acknowledged flying on Epstein’s private plane for charity-related trips, neither he nor Hillary Clinton has been accused of wrongdoing. Both have stated they support making all Epstein-related files public.
The Clintons initially declined to testify, calling the move political theater. However, after facing the possibility of contempt proceedings, they agreed to appear.
What Happened During the Deposition
The questioning stretched close to seven hours. According to Rep. Nancy Mace, Clinton responded to every inquiry.
Clinton later described many of the inquiries as repetitive, saying she repeatedly denied knowing Epstein or visiting any of his properties.
Toward the end of the session, Clinton said she was asked about unrelated topics, including UFOs and the discredited “pizzagate” conspiracy theory from 2016. Rep.
Robert Garcia criticized those questions, stating that the focus should remain on obtaining factual answers tied to Epstein’s case.
Photo Controversy Interrupts Proceedings
About an hour into the session, the deposition was briefly paused after Rep. Lauren Boebert allegedly took photos inside the closed-door hearing.
The images were later shared online by commentator Benny Johnson, prompting objections from Democratic members who said such actions violate House rules.
The interruption added to already heightened political tensions surrounding the investigation.
Clinton’s Political Response
In a public statement, Clinton accused Republicans of using the testimony to shift attention away from former President Donald Trump.
She argued that if lawmakers wanted full transparency about Epstein’s connections, they should question all relevant figures.
Clinton also pointed out that billionaire businessman Les Wexner, who previously financed Epstein, had been interviewed by the committee the week before, with limited Republican participation, according to Democratic members.
Bill Clinton to Testify Next
Bill Clinton is scheduled to testify separately, marking the first time in more than four decades that a former U.S.
president has appeared before Congress under subpoena.
Hillary Clinton defended her husband during her remarks, stating he had no knowledge of Epstein’s crimes and that their association ended years before Epstein’s criminal history became public.
What Comes Next
Chairman Comer said the video of the deposition could be released within 24 hours, followed by a written transcript after legal review. Clinton stated she had preferred a public hearing from the beginning so Americans could witness the proceedings directly.
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