Former U.S. President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton have agreed to testify before the House Oversight Committee in its investigation into the late financier Jeffrey Epstein, defusing a potential contempt vote this week. The decision, confirmed late Monday, marks a pivotal shift in a politically charged inquiry that has drawn scrutiny over the Clintons' past interactions with Epstein.
The committee, chaired by Republican Congressman James Comer, had recommended holding the Clintons in contempt last week after they initially declined to appear in person. The Clintons had criticized the probe as a partisan effort to shield former Republican President Donald Trump, who also faced questions about Epstein ties during his presidency.
Comer stated Monday that while the Clintons' legal team has committed to cooperating, no deposition dates have been finalized. "We will discuss next steps with committee members to ensure transparency," he said, emphasizing the investigation's focus on Epstein's network of influence.
The case has reignited debates about accountability for high-profile figures linked to Epstein, who died in custody in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges. Analysts suggest the Clintons' testimony could shed light on undisclosed details of Epstein's political connections during the 1990s and early 2000s.
