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Clinton Denies Epstein Knowledge, Implicates Future Trump Testimony

3/2/2026

Summary

Story summary

Former U.S. President Bill Clinton testified before the House Oversight Committee.
He said he had no knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes and criticized subpoenaing Hillary Rodham Clinton.
He stated his association with Epstein ended years before Epstein's crimes became public and said, "I saw nothing, and I did nothing wrong."
Committee Chair James Comer said Clinton's testimony could set a precedent for questioning U.S. President Donald Trump about Epstein.

History

Historical Context

In 1998, President Bill Clinton was impeached by the House for perjury and obstruction of justice related to his affair with Monica Lewinsky, following a sexual harassment lawsuit by Paula Jones. This marked only the second presidential impeachment in U.S. history. Currently, the House Oversight Committee, led by James Comer, is investigating Clinton's connections to Jeffrey Epstein, reflecting ongoing scrutiny of political accountability.

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Story summary

Former U.S. President Bill Clinton testified before the House Oversight Committee.
He said he had no knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes and criticized subpoenaing Hillary Rodham Clinton.
He stated his association with Epstein ended years before Epstein's crimes became public and said, "I saw nothing, and I did nothing wrong."
Committee Chair James Comer said Clinton's testimony could set a precedent for questioning U.S. President Donald Trump about Epstein.

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