Clintons to Testify in Epstein Investigation: A Quest for Transparency

The Clintons are set to testify in a congressional investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. Bill and Hillary Clinton will appear before the House Oversight Committee in February. The investigation seeks to deliver transparency and accountability, focusing on Epstein's ties with prominent figures. The Clintons initially resisted, citing partisanship.

Former U.S. President Bill Clinton and 2016 Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton will testify later this month in a congressional investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, announced Republican U.S. Representative James Comer on Tuesday.

Hillary Clinton is scheduled to testify before the House Oversight Committee on February 26, followed by Bill Clinton on February 27. Both sessions will be transcribed and filmed. "We look forward to questioning the Clintons as part of our investigation into the horrific crimes of Epstein and (Ghislaine) Maxwell, to deliver transparency and accountability for the American people and survivors," said Comer.

The Clintons agreed to appear in person after the Republican-led House of Representatives considered a vote that could have held them in contempt, potentially leading to criminal charges, due to their initial refusal to testify. The Clintons had challenged the investigation as a partisan effort to protect President Trump, having offered only partial cooperation previously.

(With inputs from agencies.)