Bill Clinton Denies Knowledge of Epstein’s Crimes in House Committee Testimony

Former President Bill Clinton testified before the House Oversight Committee on February 27, 2026, denying any knowledge of the crimes committed by the late Jeffrey Epstein. The deposition, held in Chappaqua, Novel York, marks the first time a former president has been compelled to testify before Congress in over four decades.

Clinton’s Testimony and Denials

In a prepared statement, Clinton stated, “I had no idea of the crimes Epstein was committing.” He emphasized, “No matter how many photos you show me, there are ultimately two things that matter more than any interpretation of twenty-year-old photos: I grasp what I saw, and more importantly, what I didn’t see. And I know what I did, and more importantly, what I didn’t do. I saw nothing, and I did nothing wrong.”

Clinton acknowledged he might not recall specific events, stating he would not “speculate or guess” under oath about interactions from years ago. He too asserted he would not have flown on Epstein’s plane had he known about the alleged crimes and would have reported Epstein to authorities.

Questions Regarding Epstein and Photos

During the six-hour deposition, Clinton was questioned about a photograph of him in a hot tub with an unidentified woman that surfaced as part of the Epstein files. According to sources, Clinton stated he did not recognize the woman and denied any sexual contact with her. He also repeatedly stated he had never visited Epstein’s private island. CBS News

Hillary Clinton’s Testimony and Republican Criticism

The deposition followed a day after Hillary Clinton testified before the same committee. She maintained she had no recollection of ever meeting Epstein or knowledge of his abuse. Bill Clinton criticized the committee’s decision to subpoena his wife, calling it “simply not justified.” CNBC

Call for Transparency and Trump’s Absence

Clinton expressed hope that his testimony would encourage others to cooperate with the investigation, implicitly referencing former President Donald Trump, who has not been called to testify. He also urged the Justice Department to release all remaining documents related to the case. The Hill

Key Takeaways

• Bill Clinton denied any knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein’s criminal activities during his deposition before the House Oversight Committee.
• Clinton stated he saw nothing and did nothing wrong in relation to Epstein.
• He could not identify a woman in a photograph with him released from the Epstein files and denied any sexual contact.
• Hillary Clinton testified the previous day, stating she did not know Epstein or of his abuse.
• Clinton called for full transparency in the Epstein case and urged the Justice Department to release all documents.

The depositions of both Bill and Hillary Clinton represent a significant development in the ongoing investigation into Jeffrey Epstein and his associates. The outcome of the investigation and any potential further action remain to be seen.