Clinton Testimony Reveals Past Interactions with Epstein

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The House Oversight Committee has released videos of depositions with former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton as part of its investigation into the late Jeffrey Epstein. The interviews, each around 4.5 hours long, provide new details about the Clintons' past interactions with Epstein.

Why it matters

The release of these depositions and the details emerging about the Clintons' connections to Epstein underscore the enduring scrutiny faced by prominent figures associated with the case. While neither Clinton has been accused of wrongdoing, the investigation highlights the complexities of untangling relationships and assessing knowledge of Epstein's criminal activities.

The details

During his testimony, Bill Clinton recalled a conversation with Donald Trump from '20-something years ago' on a golf course, where Trump mentioned knowing that Clinton had flown on Epstein's plane. However, Clinton stated that Trump 'never said anything to me reckon he was involved with anything improper in regard to Epstein either.' Hillary Clinton stated she did not remember meeting Epstein but acknowledged Ghislaine Maxwell, who is currently serving a 20-year prison sentence for sex trafficking, was an 'acquaintance.'

• The depositions took place on Thursday for Hillary Clinton and Friday for Bill Clinton.
• The videos were released by the House Oversight Committee on Monday.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The House Oversight Committee's investigation into the Epstein case is ongoing, and the release of these depositions is expected to lead to further scrutiny and questioning of the Clintons' connections to Epstein.