CHAPPAQUA, N.Y., Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton told House lawmakers she had “no idea” about Jeffrey Epstein’s or Ghislaine Maxwell’s criminal activities during a closed-door deposition before the House Oversight Committee.
Clinton appeared voluntarily alongside former President Bill Clinton after complying with a congressional subpoena. She strongly rejected claims that she possessed relevant information regarding Epstein’s sex trafficking network.
Her testimony marked a major political flashpoint in an investigation that continues to divide Washington.
Clinton’s Statement: “I Had No Idea”
In her opening remarks, Clinton stated she had no personal knowledge of Epstein’s crimes.
- She said she never flew on Epstein’s plane.
- She denied visiting his properties.
- She said she had no role in Justice Department investigations.
- She reaffirmed a prior sworn declaration denying involvement.
Clinton accused Republicans of using the investigation to deflect attention from President Trump, whose name appears in released Epstein files.
Committee Response
Chairman James Comer said the Clintons are not accused of wrongdoing but that lawmakers “have a lot of questions.”
- The deposition transcript will be reviewed before release.
- Republicans say the inquiry seeks transparency.
- Democrats call it politically motivated.
Ongoing Political Debate
Democrats have urged that any inquiry include testimony from all high-profile figures connected to Epstein.
The investigation continues amid heightened partisan tensions and renewed scrutiny of public records.