Clintons Facing House Contempt Over Epstein Investigation
6 days ago
House Republicans are moving to hold former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress over their refusal to comply with subpoenas related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.
If enforced, the action would mark the first time a former U.S. president has faced this congressional penalty.
The Clintons have declined for months to provide testimony requested by the House Oversight Committee, arguing that the subpoenas are invalid. Lawmakers say contempt proceedings could set the stage for a potential criminal referral to the Department of Justice, which might result in prosecution.
The Oversight Committee, led by Chairman Rep. James Comer, initiated the proceedings as part of its ongoing probe into Epstein’s network and the involvement of high-profile figures.
If enforced, the action would mark the first time a former U.S. president has faced this congressional penalty.
The Clintons have declined for months to provide testimony requested by the House Oversight Committee, arguing that the subpoenas are invalid. Lawmakers say contempt proceedings could set the stage for a potential criminal referral to the Department of Justice, which might result in prosecution.
The Oversight Committee, led by Chairman Rep. James Comer, initiated the proceedings as part of its ongoing probe into Epstein’s network and the involvement of high-profile figures.
