Hillary Clinton Testifies, Refutes Epstein Links
Former U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton appeared before the Republican-controlled House Oversight Committee on February 26, 2026, for a deposition tied to the wide-ranging congressional investigation into Jeffrey Epstein and his associate Ghislaine Maxwell. Clinton strongly asserted she had no information about Epstein’s criminal network and categorically denied ever meeting him, traveling on his plane, or visiting his properties. She reiterated that she has nothing relevant to add regarding the probe into Epstein’s sex trafficking crimes.
During her testimony behind closed doors in Chappaqua, New York, Clinton emphasised her commitment to combating human trafficking during her public service career and criticised what she described as partisan motivations behind the investigation. She called on congressional leaders to question former President Donald Trump under oath, noting his extensive mentions in the recently released Epstein documents and urging a focus on transparency for survivors and the public.
Partisan Tensions and Broader Epstein Inquiry
The House Oversight Committee, chaired by James Comer, maintains that the deposition process is non-partisan and seeks to clarify ties among high-profile figures to Epstein’s network, including potential political and business connections. Committee leaders defended the inquiry’s scope even as Democrats criticised alleged political theatrics and called for broader accountability, including Trump’s own testimony.
This congressional examination follows the release of millions of pages of previously sealed files detailing Epstein’s activities and associations, which have implicated individuals across the political spectrum. The Justice Department has announced a review to determine whether any relevant documents were improperly withheld. Meanwhile, Democrats have accused federal officials of failing to disclose crucial records that reference Trump, raising further questions about transparency.
Next Steps: Bill Clinton to Testify and Calls for Transparency
Clinton’s appearance was the first in a series of high-profile testimonies, with her husband, former President Bill Clinton, scheduled to answer questions before the committee on February 27, 2026. While authorities have not accused either Clinton of criminal wrongdoing, the ongoing depositions aim to illuminate unanswered aspects of how Epstein maintained his operations and connections.
Lawmakers and public advocates are watching closely as the investigation continues, with demands growing for full public release of the transcripts and video recordings of the proceedings, and for additional testimony from political figures named in the Epstein files.
