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Clintons Set for Deposition on Epstein Ties in 2025

11/22/2025

Summary

Story summary

House Oversight Chair James Comer has scheduled depositions of Bill and Hillary Clinton on December 17–18, 2025, over ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
The move follows the release of documents suggesting Epstein's connections to prominent Democrats.
Comer emphasized the Clintons' testimonies, citing their past interactions with Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.
Critics say the inquiry is partisan and mirrors MAGA tactics to target the Clintons amid investigations into U.S. President Donald Trump.

History

Historical Context

The impeachment of President Bill Clinton in 1998 stemmed from allegations of perjury and obstruction of justice related to his affair with Monica Lewinsky. On December 19, the House of Representatives voted 228-206 to impeach him, reflecting deep partisan divides. This event parallels ongoing scrutiny of the Clintons' ties to Jeffrey Epstein, highlighting the enduring impact of political scandals on American discourse.

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Story summary

House Oversight Chair James Comer has scheduled depositions of Bill and Hillary Clinton on December 17–18, 2025, over ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
The move follows the release of documents suggesting Epstein's connections to prominent Democrats.
Comer emphasized the Clintons' testimonies, citing their past interactions with Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.
Critics say the inquiry is partisan and mirrors MAGA tactics to target the Clintons amid investigations into U.S. President Donald Trump.

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