Bill Clinton Testifies on Epstein Ties, Says He Cut Ties Early
Bill Clinton Testifies on Epstein Ties, Says He Cut Ties Early
Former president tells lawmakers he stopped associating with Epstein long before crimes surfaced, addressing questions in the House probe.
Former President Bill Clinton testified on Capitol Hill Friday before a House committee probing Jeffrey Epstein's network of ties. He said he stopped associating with Epstein long before the financier's crimes came to light, stressing that he did not approve of Epstein’s behavior and chose to distance himself years ago. Clinton also asserted that he never witnessed any illegal activity and that his split with Epstein was a matter of principle.
Hillary Clinton followed him at the hearing, telling the House Oversight Committee that she did not remember ever meeting Epstein and had nothing to share about his sex crimes. The testimony comes as investigators seek clarity on the breadth of Epstein's personal and professional associations and as questions persist about the extent of connections within elite circles.
Observers say the testimony may not settle decades of speculation about the former president's entourage, but it adds to the record of how prominent figures navigated their relationships with Epstein. The hearing underscored ongoing public interest in the case and in the ethical boundaries surrounding high-profile friendships and sponsorships.
