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Survivors Speak Out: Bill Clinton's Connection to Jeffrey Epstein
3/27/2026, 1:15:21 AM
Testimonies from Survivors
Chauntae Davies, a survivor of Jeffrey Epstein’s sexual abuse, recently shared her experiences during a BBC Newsnight special alongside five other survivors. Davies recounted a trip to Africa in the early 2000s, where she traveled with Epstein and former President Bill Clinton on an AIDS prevention mission. She described the trip as “tainted by what was happening behind closed doors” and recalled moments of personal interaction with Clinton, including giving him a neck massage and helping him select jewelry for his daughter, Chelsea. Reflecting on her past, Davies expressed regret that she did not disclose her abuse to Clinton, stating, “I wished I had too. But I don’t think I even… What would he have done really?”
During a recent appearance before the House Oversight Committee, Clinton reiterated his denial of any wrongdoing related to Epstein, expressing a desire that Davies had confided in him about her ordeal. He remarked, “I wish Chauntae had told me, I liked her, but I didn’t think it was anything unusual.”
Ongoing Impact of Abuse
Davies and her fellow survivors described the lasting effects of their experiences with Epstein. Davies noted that her trauma has impacted her adult life significantly, contributing to the deterioration of her marriage and instilling a sense of paranoia regarding her daughter’s safety. She detailed extreme measures she takes to feel secure, such as triple-locking her garage door and checking for potential intruders.
Another survivor, Joanna Harrison, who had not previously spoken out, felt compelled to share her story after her name was mistakenly unredacted in Department of Justice files. Harrison emphasized the psychological toll of living with the constant reminder of Epstein, stating, “It’s not normal to see your abuser’s face every day for six years on TV.” She articulated her vision of justice as the ability to feel safe and free from the burden of her past.
Collective Experiences and Beliefs
The survivors unanimously expressed their belief that Epstein did not take his own life in August 2019, suggesting that his arrogance led him to believe he would evade consequences for his actions. Lisa Phillips, another survivor, recounted her abuse on Epstein’s private island, Little St James, and described his predatory behavior, stating, “I think he liked the fear in our eyes.”
Phillips also confronted Epstein about his manipulative tactics, recalling his chilling admission: “I like to have things on people.” She criticized the claims made by wealthy individuals who deny knowledge of Epstein’s predatory actions, asserting, “You couldn’t be friends with Jeffrey and not know what was going on.”
Verbatim Quotes
- “When I first saw that I actually said out loud, ‘I wished I had too.’ But I don’t think I even… What would he have done really? I don’t know. Could he have stopped it? I guess we’ll never know.” — Chauntae Davies, Survivor
- “You couldn’t be friends with Jeffrey and not know what was going on,” — Lisa Phillips, Survivor
The testimonies from these survivors highlight the profound and lasting impact of their experiences with Jeffrey Epstein, as well as their calls for accountability from those who associated with him, including Bill Clinton.
