Contempt Proceedings Against Clintons for Epstein Investigation
Republican House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer has announced plans to initiate contempt of Congress proceedings against Bill and Hillary Clinton. This comes after the couple reportedly ignored subpoenas related to the investigation into the Jeffrey Epstein scandal.
In July, a bipartisan subcommittee approved a motion to subpoena the Clintons and other notable politicians as part of their inquiry into how the government responded to the Epstein sex trafficking case. Subpoenas were dispatched in August, with the Clintons set to testify on December 17 and 18.
Comer stated, “More than four months have gone by since the Clintons were subpoenaed for depositions tied to our inquiry into the dreadful crimes of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. Throughout this time, both the former president and former secretary of state have delayed and, in many ways, ignored requests from our committee staff to schedule their testimony.”
He further warned that if the Clintons do not attend their depositions next week or respond to their scheduled appointments in early January, the Oversight Committee will proceed with contempt of Congress charges against them.
This warning follows the release of new photos related to Epstein’s estate by Democrats on the committee, showcasing Epstein alongside powerful figures, including President Donald Trump and former President Clinton. Reports indicate that a large number of images are being released, with more forthcoming.
Other figures who have received subpoenas include James Comey, Loretta Lynch, Eric Holder, Merrick Garland, Robert Mueller, William Barr, Jeff Sessions, and Alberto Gonzalez.
In addition to seeking testimony from these individuals, Comer and the Oversight Committee issued subpoenas to the Department of Justice for all documentation and communications concerning Epstein’s case.
In September, the committee released tens of thousands of pages of records related to Epstein due to a subpoena. However, the Oversight Committee noted that the Justice Department will continue to process and release additional records, albeit with necessary redactions.]
