Hillary Clinton says she does not recall meeting Epstein as Oversight deposition kicks off
The Hill
by Emily BrooksFebruary 26, 2026
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Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton testified during a deposition before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee on Tuesday, stating that she had no knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's criminal activities or those of his associate Ghislaine Maxwell. When asked about her interactions with Epstein, Clinton claimed she did not recall ever meeting him. Her testimony aligns with a sworn declaration she submitted earlier this year, where she similarly asserted her lack of familiarity with Epstein’s alleged misconduct.
The deposition, which occurred on Tuesday, focused on Clinton's potential ties to Epstein and Maxwell, who have been implicated in a broader investigation into their involvement in sex trafficking.Clinton emphasized that she had no information regarding Epstein's criminal behavior and reiterated her declaration from January 13, which stated she had no direct knowledge of his activities. The committee is examining whether any individuals within the government were aware of Epstein’s actions and failed to act.
This testimony comes amid growing scrutiny of Clinton’s connections to Epstein, who was a prominent donor during her time as Secretary of State. While Clinton denied any personal encounters or knowledge of Epstein’s illegal activities, the deposition highlights the ongoing efforts by Democrats on the committee to investigate potential
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Originally published on The Hill on 2/26/2026