Hillary Clinton's Nonprofit Sells 'Hold Me in Contempt' Apparel

Onward Together offers merchandise referencing contempt amid Epstein investigation

Mar. 14, 2026 at 3:41am

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Hillary Clinton's political nonprofit organization, Onward Together, is selling apparel featuring the phrase "Hold me in contempt until the cows come home." The slogan references the House Oversight Committee's vote to recommend holding the Clintons in contempt of Congress as part of their investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. The Clintons ultimately agreed to testify under oath in February 2026 after the committee threatened contempt proceedings.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing political tensions and investigations surrounding the Clintons, particularly related to their connections to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. The sale of this merchandise by Clinton's nonprofit organization also raises questions about the use of 'dark money' in political fundraising.

The details

Onward Together, Hillary Clinton's political nonprofit, is currently offering hats, sweatshirts, and t-shirts bearing the phrase "Hold me in contempt until the cows come home." The slogan references the House Oversight Committee's vote to recommend holding the Clintons in contempt of Congress as part of their investigation into Epstein. The Clintons had previously offered to provide sworn written statements rather than appear in person, but the committee insisted they testify live. The Clintons ultimately agreed to testify under oath in February 2026 after the committee threatened contempt proceedings.

  • The House Oversight Committee voted in 2025 to recommend holding the Clintons in contempt of Congress as part of their Epstein investigation.
  • The Clintons testified under oath before the committee in February 2026.

The players

Onward Together

Hillary Clinton's political nonprofit organization, structured as a 501(c)(4) that can raise funds without publicly disclosing donors.

House Oversight Committee

The congressional committee that investigated the Clintons' connections to Jeffrey Epstein and voted to recommend holding them in contempt of Congress.

Hillary Clinton

The former secretary of state who testified before the House Oversight Committee as part of their Epstein investigation.

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What they’re saying

“I had no idea about their criminal activities and I do not recall ever encountering Mr. Epstein.”

— Hillary Clinton

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow the Clintons to be held in contempt of Congress.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing political tensions and investigations surrounding the Clintons, as well as the use of 'dark money' in political fundraising through nonprofit organizations like Onward Together.