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Hillary Clinton Clashes With GOP Over Epstein Files in Heated Deposition
Former Secretary of State defends herself and husband, slams Pizzagate conspiracy theory during closed-door testimony
Published on Mar. 3, 2026
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In a heated closed-door deposition, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton sparred with Republican lawmakers, bristled at conspiracy theories, and forcefully defended herself and her husband, Bill Clinton, over their connections to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. Clinton refused to speculate on photos of her husband with young women, dismissed the Pizzagate conspiracy as "totally made up," and at one point stormed out of the room after a photo from the deposition was leaked online.
Why it matters
The Epstein investigation has continued to generate political controversy, with both Democrats and Republicans seeking to use the case to attack their opponents. Clinton's deposition highlights the partisan nature of the probe and the intense scrutiny the Clintons continue to face over their ties to Epstein, even years after his death.
The details
During the deposition, Rep. Nancy Mace pressed Clinton about images released in the Epstein files that show her husband in the presence of women and receiving massages. Clinton refused to speculate, saying she did not find the questions relevant. The deposition also turned heated when Mace questioned Clinton about her relationship with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, who was previously linked to Epstein. Clinton defended her interactions with Lutnick, particularly in the aftermath of 9/11. Rep. Lauren Boebert also brought up the debunked 'Pizzagate' conspiracy theory, which Clinton dismissed as 'totally made up' and causing harm. Throughout the deposition, Clinton expressed frustration at being questioned about Epstein, whom she said she did not recall ever meeting.
- The deposition took place over roughly four and a half hours on March 2, 2026.
- About an hour into questioning, Clinton's attorney informed her that a photo from inside the closed-door deposition had been leaked online, allegedly by Boebert, in violation of House rules.
The players
Hillary Clinton
The former Secretary of State and 2016 Democratic presidential nominee, who was testifying in a closed-door deposition as part of the congressional investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.
Nancy Mace
A Republican member of the House committee investigating Epstein, who questioned Clinton about her husband's connections to the financier.
Lauren Boebert
A Republican member of the House committee who brought up the debunked 'Pizzagate' conspiracy theory during Clinton's deposition.
Howard Lutnick
The current Commerce Secretary who was previously linked to Epstein through email correspondence.
Bill Clinton
The former President and Hillary Clinton's husband, who was also questioned as part of the Epstein investigation.
What they’re saying
“I am not going to speculate.”
— Hillary Clinton (mashable.com)
“You asked the question. I'm going to answer your question.”
— Hillary Clinton (mashable.com)
“Pizzagate was totally made up. It was an outrageous allegation that ended up hurting a number of people that caused a deranged young man to show up with his assault rifle and shoot up a local pizzeria. I can't believe you're even referencing it.”
— Hillary Clinton (mashable.com)
“Well, the QAnon people believe there are.”
— Hillary Clinton (mashable.com)
“I'm done with this. If you guys are doing that, I am done. You can hold me in contempt from now until the cows come home. This is just typical behaviour.”
— Hillary Clinton (mashable.com)
What’s next
The House committee investigating Epstein is expected to continue its probe, with Bill Clinton scheduled to testify the day after Hillary Clinton's deposition.
The takeaway
Hillary Clinton's heated deposition highlights the ongoing political divisions and conspiracy theories surrounding the Epstein investigation, with both Democrats and Republicans seeking to use the case to score political points. The closed-door nature of the proceedings has also fueled concerns about transparency, which Clinton herself raised during the testimony.
