Calls for Donald Trump to Testify Under Oath as Capitol Drama Unfolds

Capitol Hill Showdown

In a dramatic and closely watched deposition former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton told lawmakers she “had no idea” about the crimes of disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein urging that the “full truth” be made public.

After spending nearly six hours behind closed doors before the House Oversight Committee, Clinton emerged visibly firm calling for the transparency and directly challenging former President Donald Trump to testify under oath over his past associations with Epstein.

“I want to see the truth come out” Clinton told reporters. “We have nothing to hide.”

What Hillary Clinton Told Lawmakers?

In her opening statement, later released publicly, Clinton made three key assertions:

She had “no idea” about Epstein or his associate Ghislaine Maxwell’s criminal activities.

and she does not recall ever meeting Epstein.

She never flew on his plane or visited his island, homes, or offices.

While acknowledging she met with Maxwell “on a few occasions” Clinton maintain she had no knowledge about any wrongdoings.

Her testimony comes as the Justice Department continuous releasing documents tied to Epstein’s sprawling network of high connections profiles.

Why Is Donald Trump Being Mentioned?

Clinton pressed lawmakers to summon Donald Trump for direct questioning noting that his name appears repeatedly in Epstein related files.

No evidence appearing in those documents implies wrongdoing. However, Clinton argued that if transparency is the goal, “everyone should answer questions under oath.”

Committee Democrats echoed her demand, calling for the full, unedited transcript of her deposition to be released within 24 hours.

Subpoena Standoff and Political Firestorm

Initially the Clintons resisted the committee’s subpoena describing it as politically motivated. But with potential contempt of Congress proceedings looming they agreed to testify.

Committee Chairman James Comer describes the effort as bi partisan saying:

“No one is above the law.”

Comer said Clinton answered most questions though some responses left lawmakers unsatisfied.

Meanwhile, Democrats alleged that Republicans were using the hearing as a political spectacle rather than focusing on the substance of the investigation.

Deposition Drama: Photo Leak Pauses Hearing

In a surprising twist, lawmakers briefly halted the closed-door testimony after someone leaked a photo of Clinton inside the deposition room.

Colorado Congresswoman Lauren Boebert reportedly took the image and said she snapped it before the proceedings began.

Democrats called the move “completely against the rules,” accusing Republicans of prioritizing optics over substance.

Arizona Democrat Yassamin Ansari described the session as an “unserious clown show.”

Bill Clinton Set to Testify

Lawmakers have scheduled former President Bill Clinton to testify next. He has repeatedly stated:

He had no knowledge of Epstein’s crimes.

linked his association to charity work after leaving office.

He severed ties nearly two decades ago and now regrets ever associating with Epstein.

Maxwell even attended the 2010 wedding of the Clintons’ daughter, Chelsea — a detail that continues to fuel scrutiny.

Why This Matters Now

The Epstein files have reignited debate in Washington over:

Transparency in federal investigations

Political accountability across party lines

The influence of powerful figures in criminal networks

The case also raises broader questions about how high-profile individuals appear in Justice Department records — and what those appearances truly mean.

With Bill Clinton’s testimony approaching and calls growing for Donald Trump to appear under oath, the political stakes are rising rapidly.