Hillary thinks she can scare Republicans into submission.
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is once again clashing with House Republicans—this time over the format of her testimony in the House Oversight Committee’s investigation into the federal government’s handling of convicted offender Jeffrey Epstein.
The Oversight Committee has rejected Clinton’s demand for a public televised hearing, instead insisting she comply with a closed-door, filmed, and transcribed deposition, the same process used for other witnesses in the investigation.
Committee officials say the rules are clear—and bipartisan.
Oversight Committee Pushes Back
A spokeswoman for the committee’s Republican majority told Fox News Digital that Hillary Clinton and former President Bill Clinton were subpoenaed for depositions, not televised hearings.
“The Clintons were issued bipartisan subpoenas for depositions—not a hearing,” the spokeswoman said. “All witnesses are being treated fairly and consistently.”
Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle previously voted to advance contempt of Congress resolutions after the Clintons declined to appear in person for months.
Contempt Votes Forced a Change
Facing likely contempt referrals to the Department of Justice, attorneys for the former first couple ultimately agreed to the committee’s terms.
House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer confirmed that Hillary Clinton will sit for a transcribed interview on February 26, followed by Bill Clinton on February 27. Both sessions will be filmed, according to committee rules.
“These depositions are standard procedure,” Comer said, adding that no witness is entitled to special treatment.
Hillary Clinton Calls for Public Hearing
Despite agreeing to testify, Hillary Clinton took to social media to accuse Republicans of “moving the goalposts” and turning oversight into what she described as political theater.
She challenged the committee to hold a public hearing with cameras, arguing that transparency requires testimony in full view of the public.
Republicans counter that depositions—conducted under oath—are the proper and lawful method used throughout congressional investigations.
Investigation Background
The Clintons are among ten individuals subpoenaed as part of the committee’s review of how federal agencies handled Epstein’s case and the actions of his associate Ghislaine Maxwell.
So far, only two subpoenaed witnesses have appeared before the committee: former Attorney General Bill Barr and former Labor Secretary Alex Acosta.
Bill Clinton has acknowledged past contact with Epstein prior to Epstein’s criminal charges. No formal allegations of wrongdoing have been made against either Clinton in connection with the case.
Lawmakers Say Accountability Matters
Chairman Comer emphasized that the issue is compliance, not politics.
“Republicans and Democrats on the Oversight Committee have made it clear—no one is above the law,” Comer said. “After months of delay, the Clintons agreed to testify only after contempt proceedings became unavoidable.”
While Democrats argue the probe is politically motivated, Republicans say the focus remains on transparency, accountability, and answers for the American people.
For now, the committee says the matter is settled: the Clintons will testify under oath—behind closed doors—just like every other witness.
