Hillary Clinton Deposes, Denies Epstein Knowledge; Bill Clinton to Testify Next Day
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Hillary Clinton’s six‑hour deposition in Chappaqua denies any Epstein contact On Feb. 26, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton testified before the Republican‑led House Oversight Committee, stating she “had no idea about their criminal activities” and recalling only an acquaintance with Ghislaine Maxwell from Chelsea’s 2010 wedding [1]. The closed‑door session lasted more than six hours, during which she answered every committee question [1]. Democrats demanded a public video and transcript, while Republicans warned of contempt if she refused [1].
Bill Clinton scheduled as first former president compelled to testify Bill Clinton will appear on Feb. 27, marking the first instance a former U.S. president has been forced to sit for a congressional deposition [1]. CNN notes his interview could exceed five hours, similar to Les Wexner’s recent testimony [2]. His documented ties include at least 16 flights on Epstein’s jet and photos with women in a jacuzzi and with Maxwell [2].
Republicans threaten contempt; Democrats push for transparency and Trump testimony House Oversight Chairman Rep. James Comer warned the Clintons of criminal contempt if they refuse further cooperation [1]. Democratic top member Rep. Robert Garcia called for immediate release of a video and transcript, and urged President Donald Trump to appear before the committee [1]. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced his caucus will review unredacted DOJ Epstein files [1].
Deposition scope set after looming contempt vote; survivors demand answers The couple agreed to testify only after the House moved toward a bipartisan contempt vote, limiting the inquiry to five pre‑agreed topics: investigation management, death circumstances, anti‑trafficking strategies, political favors, and ethics violations [2]. Both sessions will be videotaped and released quickly, with Republican staff planning to publish the video within days [2]. Survivors and several Democratic lawmakers argue the Clintons must obey the subpoena regardless of party affiliation [2].
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AP: Hillary Clinton Testifies, Denies Knowledge of Epstein, While House Oversight Pushes Clinton and Trump – Details Hillary’s six‑hour deposition, her denial of Epstein knowledge, Bill’s upcoming testimony, and partisan battles over contempt and file releases .
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CNN: Clinton Depositions Set for Epstein Investigation – Explains the agreement to testify after a contempt threat, outlines the five‑topic focus, highlights Bill’s documented Epstein ties, and notes survivor and Democratic pressure for full answers .
Timeline
2000s–2010s – Bill Clinton flies on Jeffrey Epstein’s private jet at least 16 times, appearing in DOJ‑released photos with women in a jacuzzi and with Ghislaine Maxwell, establishing a documented link between the former president and Epstein’s network[1].
2019 – Jeffrey Epstein dies in federal custody under disputed circumstances, prompting ongoing congressional investigations into the handling of his case[1].
Late February 2026 – The House Oversight Committee moves toward a bipartisan vote to hold Bill and Hillary Clinton in criminal contempt, pressuring the couple to agree to testify after months of legal resistance[1].
Feb 26, 2026 – Hillary Clinton gives a closed‑door deposition in Chappaqua, New York, lasting over six hours; she denies any knowledge of Epstein’s criminal activities, says she never met him, and recalls only knowing Ghislaine Maxwell as an acquaintance from her daughter’s 2010 wedding[2].
Feb 27, 2026 – Bill Clinton is scheduled to testify, becoming the first former president ever compelled to sit for a congressional deposition, with his interview expected to exceed five hours[1][2].
Feb 27, 2026 – House Oversight Chairman Rep. James Comer warns the Clintons of criminal contempt if they refuse, while Democratic Rep. Robert Garcia demands a public video and transcript of the depositions[2].
Feb 27, 2026 – Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announces that Senate Democrats will review the unredacted DOJ Epstein files, pledging to “pull on every thread” in the investigation[2].
Feb 27, 2026 (planned) – The depositions are videotaped and Republican staff plan to release the video within days, ensuring rapid public access to the testimony[1].
Ongoing – Epstein survivors and a subset of Democratic lawmakers continue to push for full answers and transparency from the Clintons, emphasizing that a subpoena must be obeyed regardless of political affiliation[1].