February 03, (THEWILL) — Former US President Bill Clinton and his wife, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, have agreed to testify before Congress in the high-profile investigation into the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
The announcement comes just days before a House Oversight Committee vote on whether to hold the couple in criminal contempt, after months of refusing to appear before investigators.
The Clintons’ decision to cooperate marks a significant development in the ongoing probe into Epstein’s activities and connections.
Bill Clinton, who knew Epstein, has consistently denied any knowledge of the financier’s sex crimes, stating that he cut off contact nearly 20 years ago.
Epstein, who died in a federal prison in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges, maintained relationships with numerous influential figures worldwide, drawing intense scrutiny from Congress.
Details regarding the timing and format of the questioning have not been disclosed. However, the testimony is expected to be historic, as it will be the first time a former US president has appeared before a congressional panel since Gerald Ford in 1983.
The testimony could have far-reaching implications for Congress’ investigation into Epstein’s network and the handling of allegations against prominent figures.
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