UPDATE: Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton emerged from a lengthy deposition regarding the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, sharply criticizing Republicans for their handling of the session. The questioning, which lasted over six hours, took place on October 15, 2023, in Chappaqua, New York, and was conducted behind closed doors by the House Oversight Committee.
Clinton voiced her frustration with the GOP lawmakers, accusing them of intentionally avoiding a public hearing. “They had a chance to do it in public, and I wish they had done it in public. They’re making the wrong decision,” she stated. Clinton indicated she would not participate in any future public sessions, underscoring her dissatisfaction with the process.
The deposition took an unexpected turn as Clinton reported being asked about unrelated topics, including UFOs and the debunked conspiracy theory known as Pizzagate. “It got quite unusual because I started being asked about UFOs,” she remarked, highlighting the absurdity of some questions she faced. Despite the peculiar inquiries, she acknowledged committee chairman James Comer for pursuing substantive lines of questioning.
Clinton reiterated her lack of personal connection to Epstein, stating she did not know him and only recognized Ghislaine Maxwell as an acquaintance. When questioned about Maxwell attending her daughter Chelsea Clinton‘s wedding, she clarified that Maxwell was merely a “plus-one of someone invited.”
Rep. William Timmons, who was present during the deposition, described the session as “frustrating,” arguing that Clinton was evasive, saying, “She had an excuse for everything.” He emphasized that the American public deserves clear answers, especially regarding the involvement of her husband, Bill Clinton, who is scheduled for his own deposition, expected to be even longer.
Tensions escalated during the session when Rep. Lauren Boebert allegedly shared a photo from inside the deposition room, violating agreed-upon rules. Clinton expressed her disappointment, saying, “We had a bit of a challenge in the beginning because one of the members violated that rule, which was very upsetting.” This breach required the hearing to pause until assurances were given that further violations would not occur.
The deposition, which started at 11 a.m. and concluded shortly after 5 p.m., sets the stage for the next phase of the committee’s investigation as Bill Clinton prepares to face questioning. As the fallout from this session continues, the political implications remain significant, with many awaiting Bill Clinton’s responses to the mounting questions around his association with Epstein.
The public and media are watching closely as the inquiry progresses, with further developments expected in the coming days. Share your thoughts on this unfolding story as the investigation deepens.
