UPDATE: Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton emerged from a marathon six-hour deposition in the House Oversight Committee’s investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, sharply criticizing Republican lawmakers for conducting the questioning behind closed doors. The deposition took place today, July 15, 2023, in Chappaqua, New York, and Clinton expressed her frustration over the lack of public transparency.
Clinton addressed the media after her questioning, stating she had been asked questions “repetitively, literally over and over again.” She emphasized, “They had a chance to do it in public, and I wish they had done it in public,” adding that she would not participate in any future public sessions. Clinton’s remarks highlight a growing tension regarding the GOP’s handling of the Epstein inquiry.
As the questioning progressed, Clinton revealed that it took an unexpected turn, with inquiries about UFOs and the conspiracy theory known as Pizzagate. “It then got, at the end, quite unusual,” she explained, condemning the questions as “vile” and “bogus.” Despite her criticisms, Clinton acknowledged the committee chairman, James Comer, for asking substantive questions, expressing hope for the truth to emerge.
Throughout the deposition, Clinton reiterated her lack of connection to Epstein, stating she only knew Ghislaine Maxwell as an acquaintance. When pressed about Maxwell attending her daughter Chelsea Clinton‘s wedding, she stated Maxwell was merely a “plus-one of someone invited.”
Comer later described the session as “productive,” but noted that Republicans remained dissatisfied, particularly with Clinton’s frequent responses of “I don’t know, you’ll have to ask my husband.” He highlighted that Clinton’s evasive answers were a source of frustration for the committee.
Tensions escalated during the deposition when Rep. Lauren Boebert allegedly violated rules by sharing a photo from inside the hearing room. Clinton stated, “We had a bit of a challenge in the beginning” due to this violation, which temporarily halted the session until assurances were made that no further disruptions would occur.
The questioning began at 11 a.m. and concluded shortly after 5 p.m., paving the way for the next phase of the investigation as Bill Clinton prepares for his own closed-door deposition, which is expected to be longer. Neither Clinton has been accused of wrongdoing related to Epstein or Maxwell, although Bill Clinton’s past relationship with Epstein has raised significant questions.
As this developing story unfolds, all eyes will be on Bill Clinton’s impending testimony and the ongoing implications for the House Oversight Committee’s investigation. The urgency surrounding this case continues to captivate public interest, with many demanding accountability and transparency in the process.
Stay tuned for further updates as details emerge.
