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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Brendan Rascius and Ariana Baio

Bill Clinton’s deposition leaves lawmakers divided over Trump’s ties with Epstein

  • Bill Clinton underwent a six-hour closed-door deposition in upstate New York regarding his association with Jeffrey Epstein.
  • Clinton asserted his innocence, stating he “did nothing wrong,” saw nothing suspicious, and severed ties with Epstein before his 2008 guilty plea, denying any knowledge of Epstein's crimes.
  • Republicans claimed Clinton's testimony exonerated President DonaldTrump concerning Epstein, whereas Democrats contended it raised further questions about Trump's past relationship with Epstein.
  • Clinton denied having sex with an unidentified woman pictured with him in Epstein files and criticized lawmakers for subpoenaing his wife, Hillary Clinton, who he stated had no connection to Epstein.
  • The House Oversight Committee's investigation is ongoing, with plans for more testimonies, though Republicans and Democrats disagree on whether Trump should be called to testify.

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