Political fallout continued this week following a closed-door deposition related to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. Former President Bill Clinton testified before the House Oversight Committee and addressed questions about past interactions involving prominent public figures.
During the sworn session, Clinton stated that former President Donald Trump had never said or done anything in his presence that led him to believe Trump was involved in wrongdoing related to Epstein. Clinton emphasized that his comments were based on his personal knowledge and conversations dating back to the early 2000s.
The deposition was led by Committee Chairman James Comer and took place in New York. Lawmakers described the testimony as part of a broader effort to clarify details surrounding Epstein’s associations and determine whether any institutional failures allowed misconduct to continue unchecked.
Both Clinton and Trump have previously acknowledged having social interactions with Epstein decades ago, and both have publicly denied any involvement in illegal activity. Epstein died in federal custody in 2019 while awaiting trial on federal charges, and his death has continued to generate public interest and calls for transparency.
Members of Congress from both parties say the investigation is focused on gathering facts and sworn testimony. As the committee continues its work, the deposition is likely to remain part of the ongoing political discussion surrounding Epstein’s past connections and the broader questions raised by the case.