House Oversight Committee Chair James Comer (R-Ky.) has formally pressed former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to appear for depositions as part of the committee’s ongoing investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. Comer cited the Clintons’ past interactions and time spent with the late financier as grounds for their testimony, arguing that transparency is necessary given Epstein’s extensive network of powerful associates.
According to Comer, the Oversight Committee is seeking to establish a clearer record of who had relationships with Epstein and the nature of those connections. He has emphasized that the investigation is focused on accountability and oversight, not partisan politics, and that individuals across the political spectrum who had significant contact with Epstein should be willing to cooperate.
The request places renewed scrutiny on the Clintons, particularly Bill Clinton, whose past travel and meetings linked to Epstein have been publicly reported for years. While no criminal allegations have been made against either Bill or Hillary Clinton in connection with Epstein, Comer argues that unanswered questions remain and that sworn testimony could help resolve lingering public concerns.
The committee’s broader probe is examining how Epstein was able to cultivate relationships with influential figures for decades, despite repeated warnings and prior legal issues. Comer has indicated that the investigation will include requests for documents, depositions, and interviews with a range of witnesses tied to Epstein’s social and financial circles.
Representatives for the Clintons have not publicly confirmed whether they will comply with the deposition requests. The development comes as interest in the Epstein case has been reignited in Washington, with lawmakers signaling that additional subpoenas and testimony requests could follow as the Oversight Committee continues its inquiry.