House GOP Rejects Clintons' Testimony Offer Ahead Vote
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Washington, House Oversight Committee Chair Rep. James Comer on Monday rejected an offer from Bill and Hillary Clinton to provide a transcribed interview and a sworn declaration in the committee's Jeffrey Epstein probe, saying he requires sworn depositions. The committee notified the Clintons that a Jan. 31 proposal would not satisfy subpoenas as the full House prepares potential contempt votes this week. If the House approves criminal contempt resolutions, referrals could reach Justice Department and carry fines or possible imprisonment upon conviction. The developments follow committee letters and statements from both parties. Based on 7 articles reviewed and supporting research.
Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.
Timeline of Events
- Clinton attorneys offered a Jan. 31 transcribed interview for Bill Clinton and a sworn declaration for Hillary Clinton.
- Some Democrats joined Republicans on the committee in recommending criminal contempt referrals prior to full House consideration.
- Rep. James Comer publicly stated he would insist on sworn depositions rather than the proposed limitations.
- Comer rejected the Jan. 31 proposal on Monday (reported Feb. 2), moving contempt measures toward a House vote.
- Early February: Full House prepared potential votes; if approved, referrals could go to the Justice Department.
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The House Oversight Committee and House Republicans gained investigatory leverage and political momentum as Comer rejected the Clintons' offer and pressed for sworn depositions.
Bill and Hillary Clinton faced increased legal exposure, potential fines, and heightened political risk as contempt proceedings advanced toward a House vote.
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