Precedent and Partisanship: Bill Clinton Cooperates in Landmark Epstein Deposition
In a historic first for the U.S. Congress, former President Bill Clinton sat for a filmed, six-hour deposition Friday, answering lawmakers' questions regarding his decades-old ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
While Republicans emphasized the need for accountability regarding Epstein's high-profile social circle, the proceedings were overshadowed by a bitter partisan debate over the scope of the investigation.
Key Testimony Highlights
The deposition, held at the Chappaqua Performing Arts Center, began with a forceful opening statement from Clinton.
He characterized his relationship with Epstein as a "brief acquaintance" that revolved around philanthropic work for the Clinton Foundation following his presidency.
Firm Denials: Clinton repeatedly asserted that he was oblivious to Epstein’s crimes. "I know what I did, and more importantly, what I didn't do," he told the committee. "I saw nothing, and I did nothing wrong."
The Plane and Photos: Facing questions about approximately 27 flights on Epstein’s private jet and recently released DOJ photographs, Clinton argued that these "20-year-old photos" did not prove knowledge of criminal activity.
The "Hillary" Factor: Clinton took a personal turn, lambasting the committee for subpoenaing his wife, Hillary Clinton, who testified for seven hours the previous day. He argued she had "nothing to do with" Epstein and accused the GOP of using her presence as a distraction.
Partisan Friction and the "Trump Gap"
The atmosphere inside the room was described as "respectful" by Representative Suhas Subramanyam (D-VA), yet outside, lawmakers traded barbs.
Democrats, led by Representative Robert Garcia (D-CA), praised Clinton for not "taking a pass" by pleading the Fifth Amendment.
They simultaneously criticized the Republican-led panel for a "Donald Trump-sized gaping hole" in the inquiry, noting that Trump’s name also appears frequently in Epstein-related documents.
Conversely, Committee Chairman James Comer (R-KY) defended the subpoenas, stating that the American people deserve to know how Epstein "was able to surround himself with some of the most powerful men in the world."
Unexpected Detours
The depositions have taken several surreal turns. During her Thursday testimony, Hillary Clinton reportedly faced questions not only about Epstein but also about UFOs and the "Pizzagate" conspiracy theory—questions she dismissed as "political theatre."
The proceedings were also briefly paused after Representative Lauren Boebert (R-CO) allegedly leaked a photograph of the closed-door session on social media, sparking an immediate backlash from Democratic members.
What Happens Next?
The House Oversight Committee is expected to release the full, unedited video of Hillary Clinton’s deposition as early as this weekend. Transcripts of Bill Clinton’s testimony will follow once they are processed.
Republicans have indicated that more subpoenas may be forthcoming for other figures mentioned in the Epstein files, while Democrats continue to demand that President Donald Trump be called to testify under the same "new precedent" set by the Clintons.
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