CHAPPAQUA, N.Y., February 27, 2026 — 4:30 P.M. ET
BY CUBUI

It wasn’t a quiet deposition — it turned into a political counterpunch.

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton emerged from a closed-door deposition in Chappaqua, New York, and delivered a forceful press conference aimed squarely at Republican lawmakers who subpoenaed her in connection with the Epstein files review.

Clinton, who has long denied any personal connection to Jeffrey Epstein, said she “answered every question fully” and repeated under oath that she “never met Jeffrey Epstein,” never visited his properties, and had no communications with him. She acknowledged knowing Ghislaine Maxwell casually but said there was no deeper relationship.

“Repetitive” and “Unusual” Questioning

Clinton described the session as repetitive and, at times, bizarre.

“I don’t know how many times I had to say I did not know Jeffrey Epstein,” she told reporters. She added that questioning near the end veered into unrelated territory, including references to conspiracy theories such as “Pizzagate” and even UFOs — topics she characterized as inappropriate and detached from the stated purpose of the inquiry.

The deposition was conducted by the House Oversight Committee, chaired by Rep. James Comer. Clinton noted that while Republican members appeared for her testimony, they did not attend the deposition of billionaire Leslie Wexner, who had longstanding financial ties to Epstein.

At one point, Clinton said she commended Comer for asking substantive questions about the investigative process itself, suggesting that if Congress intends to “investigate the investigations,” that focus would be more productive.

Clash Over Closed-Door Rules

Tensions flared early in the proceeding when Rep. Lauren Boebert reportedly took a photograph during the closed session, despite agreed-upon rules prohibiting images.

Clinton said the violation temporarily halted proceedings while assurances were sought that rules would be followed. “If you’re going to violate all the rules that you’re setting,” she said, “let’s just allow the press to come in.”

She reiterated that she had originally requested a public hearing but that Republicans opted for a private deposition instead. “They had a chance to do it in public,” Clinton said. “I wish they had.”

Questions About Bill Clinton

Reporters pressed Clinton on references to former President Bill Clinton in previously released Epstein-related documents.

Clinton responded that any contact her husband had with Epstein ended years before Epstein’s criminal conduct became widely known. She referenced Epstein’s 2008 plea agreement, calling it a “sweetheart deal” and suggesting that earlier accountability might have prevented further harm.

“I am confident in what he will testify to tomorrow,” she said, referring to her husband’s expected deposition.

Wedding Photo Question

Another reporter asked about Maxwell’s presence at Chelsea Clinton’s 2010 wedding. Clinton stated Maxwell attended as a guest’s plus-one and was not personally invited by the family.

“That was her status,” Clinton said, dismissing the suggestion of deeper significance.

Republican Response

Chairman Comer later told media outlets that portions of Clinton’s testimony would likely “raise eyebrows” once video is released. Rep. Pat Fallon described Clinton as “agitated” and questioned her explanation regarding Maxwell’s wedding attendance.

Republicans argue that the depositions are part of a broader effort to ensure transparency in how federal authorities handled Epstein-related matters. Democrats counter that the focus should instead be on full disclosure of Justice Department records — including materials that may reference former President Donald Trump and others.

What Comes Next

Clinton indicated she supports releasing the full deposition transcript and video as soon as possible.

“I want the truth to come out,” she said.

With Bill Clinton scheduled for questioning next, and political tensions escalating around the Epstein document releases, today’s events underscore how the investigation continues to reverberate far beyond the courtroom — shaping partisan narratives as much as legal scrutiny.

For now, the battle over transparency, relevance, and political motive shows no sign of slowing.