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Clinton Testimony Risks Political Backlash for Republicans

3/2/2026

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House Democrats warned that forcing former President Bill Clinton to testify in the Jeffrey Epstein probe could backfire on Republicans.
Rep. Robert Garcia said the precedent would allow Democrats to demand testimony from U.S. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump regarding Epstein connections.
Bill Clinton's deposition marked the first time a former U.S. president was compelled to testify before Congress.

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House Democrats warned that forcing former President Bill Clinton to testify in the Jeffrey Epstein probe could backfire on Republicans.
Rep. Robert Garcia said the precedent would allow Democrats to demand testimony from U.S. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump regarding Epstein connections.
Bill Clinton's deposition marked the first time a former U.S. president was compelled to testify before Congress.