This undated photo released by the U.S. Department of Justice shows Ghislaine Maxwell, third from left, actor Kevin Spacey, second from right, and former President Bill Clinton, far right, with a group of unknown people. (U.S. Department of Justice via AP)
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House Republicans Push Contempt Charges Against Clintons in Epstein Probe

  • House Republicans initiated contempt proceedings against Bill and Hillary Clinton for refusing to testify in the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.
  • This move could lead to criminal prosecution by the Department of Justice, potentially resulting in fines or imprisonment for the Clintons.
  • Committee Chairman James Comer stated the Clintons showed "defiance" to subpoenas, which he emphasized carry the force of law.
  • The Clintons argue the subpoenas are invalid and claim they were unaware of Epstein's abuse, offering written declarations instead of testimony.
  • Democrats criticize Comer for focusing on the Clintons while the Justice Department delays releasing full Epstein files, but agree no one is above the law.

Why It Matters: House Republicans are pursuing contempt charges against the Clintons over their refusal to testify in the Epstein probe.

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