The Clintons are about to testify on Epstein ties. Here's what to know - Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times

by Gavin J. Quinton

February 26, 2026

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Bill and Hillary Clinton are set to testify before Congress this week as part of the ongoing investigation into Jeffrey Epstein and his co-conspirators. This marks the first time a former president will appear before Congress to address criminal allegations directly. The Clintons agreed to testify after Rep. James Comer (R-Ky.) accused them of resisting congressional oversight and withholding information about their ties to Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell in previous testimony. Despite these claims, both Clintons maintain they have done nothing wrong and accuse Comer of conducting a politically motivated "kangaroo court" aimed at diverting attention from President Trump's alleged connections to Epstein. Bill Clinton will testify on Friday, following Hillary's appearance on Thursday. The closed-door deposition will be recorded and released later as video. Bill has acknowledged taking four trips on Epstein’s private jet between 2002 and 2003, which he says were work-related for the Clinton Foundation. He also stated he had no knowledge of Epstein’s crimes until media reports exposed them. However, a photo from the Justice Department’s investigation shows Clinton in a hot tub with Epstein and an unidentified woman, raising questions about his involvement. Hillary Clinton maintains she never met Epstein but承认 knowing Maxwell years ago. She has criticized the Justice Department for allegedly stonewalling requests for unredacted files related to Epstein's case. Meanwhile, Rep. Robert Garcia (D-Long Beach) accused the department of illegally withholding FBI interviews with a survivor who accused Trump of sexual abuse in redacted files. The investigation has far-reaching implications beyond Epstein and Maxwell. In Europe, former Norwegian Prime Minister Thorbjorn Jagland faces charges of "gross corruption," while Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, a former prince linked to Epstein, was recently arrested in the U.K. These developments highlight the global impact of Epstein's network and the ongoing efforts to uncover its full extent. The Clintons' testimony is seen as critical to understanding how Epstein’s sex trafficking network operated and whether high-profile individuals like the Clintons used their influence to avoid scrutiny. The investigation also raises broader questions about transparency in government, particularly regarding Epstein's files and any potential connections to other powerful figures. For readers following this story, it underscores the importance of accountability for those in power, regardless of their status. This case is not just about Epstein—it’s about how institutions handle allegations against influential individuals and whether justice can truly be

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Originally published on Los Angeles Times on 2/26/2026