Clintons Agree To Testify In House Epstein Investigation, Avoid Contempt Vote
They will give transcribed, filmed depositions on Feb. 26 (Hillary) and Feb. 27 (Bill), pausing House contempt proceedings that could have led to DOJ prosecution.
Overview
Rep. James R. Comer, R-Ky., announced on Feb. 3, 2026, that Hillary Clinton will give a transcribed, filmed deposition on Feb. 26 and Bill Clinton on Feb. 27, 2026, pausing House contempt votes.
The depositions follow subpoenas issued in July 2025 and the committee's advancement of criminal contempt resolutions that could prompt Department of Justice prosecution, records show.
Rep. James R. Comer said the committee 'looks forward to questioning the Clintons' and sought transcribed, filmed depositions, while Clinton spokesman Angel Ureña said the couple 'negotiated in good faith' about format.
Nine Democrats joined Republicans to advance contempt charges against Bill Clinton and three Democrats joined to advance the measure against Hillary Clinton, according to committee roll-call records.
The committee will transcribe and film the depositions and Comer said a public hearing could follow, while he warned contempt proceedings remain possible if compliance falters.
Analysis
Center-leaning sources present the reporting neutrally. They balance Republican and Democratic statements—reporting Comer’s contempt threat and Democrats’ warnings to subpoena Trump—while supplying factual context: the Clintons' declarations, deposition dates, prior subpoena history, and Justice Department document releases. Coverage privileges sourced statements and chronology over partisan judgment.
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FAQ
Hillary Clinton will give a transcribed, filmed deposition on February 26, 2026, and Bill Clinton on February 27, 2026.
The Clintons were subpoenaed in July 2025 for the House Oversight Committee's Epstein investigation but repeatedly delayed or refused compliance, leading to advancement of criminal contempt resolutions.
The investigation examines Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking network, his efforts to influence officials to evade scrutiny, and ways to strengthen laws against human trafficking.
Nine Democrats joined Republicans to advance contempt charges against Bill Clinton, and three Democrats joined for Hillary Clinton.
The depositions will be transcribed and filmed with no time limit; a public hearing could follow, and contempt proceedings remain possible if compliance fails.
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