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Clintons Deny Epstein Ties Ahead of Congressional Testimony

2/19/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Hillary Clinton reiterates in a BBC interview that she and Bill Clinton have no links to Jeffrey Epstein or Ghislaine Maxwell.
She says Bill Clinton's flights on Epstein's plane were for charitable purposes.
She adds that being named in government documents does not imply wrongdoing.
The Clintons are set to testify before Congress, with Hillary on February 26 and Bill on February 27.

History

Historical Context

Bill Clinton's impeachment in December 1998 stemmed from allegations of perjury and obstruction of justice related to his affair with Monica Lewinsky, following the release of the Starr Report. The House voted 228-206 to impeach him, making Clinton only the second U.S. president to face such a trial. His acquittal in February 1999 continues to influence discussions on political accountability today.

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Story summary

Hillary Clinton reiterates in a BBC interview that she and Bill Clinton have no links to Jeffrey Epstein or Ghislaine Maxwell.
She says Bill Clinton's flights on Epstein's plane were for charitable purposes.
She adds that being named in government documents does not imply wrongdoing.
The Clintons are set to testify before Congress, with Hillary on February 26 and Bill on February 27.

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