Hillary Clinton Accuses Trump of Epstein 'Cover-Up,' Demands Public Testimony
Former U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has leveled serious allegations against ex-President Donald Trump, accusing him of orchestrating what she termed a 'cover-up' concerning documents linked to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. In an exclusive interview with the BBC, Clinton emphasized the need for complete transparency and public accountability.
Clinton Calls for Full Document Release
Speaking from Berlin ahead of her scheduled congressional testimony, Clinton urged the immediate and comprehensive release of all remaining records related to the Epstein investigation. 'Release the files. They are slow-walking it,' she asserted, suggesting deliberate delays in the disclosure process.
Last month, the United States Department of Justice made public over three million documents, images, and videos connected to its probe into Epstein, who died in jail in 2019 under circumstances officially ruled a suicide. While former President Bill Clinton is referenced multiple times in these files, no evidence has surfaced implicating either Hillary or Bill Clinton in any criminal activities.
Demand for Public Testimony
Both Hillary and Bill Clinton have been summoned to provide closed-door depositions before the House Oversight Committee, which is examining Epstein's associations with powerful individuals and the handling of information about his crimes. Hillary Clinton expressed a strong preference for these testimonies to be conducted publicly. 'We will appear, but we believe it should be done in public,' she stated. 'I want it to be fair. I want everyone treated equally.'
Clinton reiterated that she and her husband 'have nothing to hide' and have consistently advocated for the full disclosure of all documents. Despite the Justice Department's claim that no additional files remain for release, some lawmakers contend that internal communications, including memos and emails, have yet to be made public.
Allegations of Political Diversion
Clinton accused Republicans of attempting to shift focus away from Trump, whose name also appears numerous times in the Epstein documents. 'They're pointing to a shiny object — dragging in the Clintons, even me, despite the fact that I never met him,' she remarked, highlighting what she perceives as a politically motivated distraction.
Trump has denied any wrongdoing, asserting that mere mention in the files does not imply criminal guilt. Meanwhile, Bill Clinton has acknowledged flying on Epstein's private plane in the early 2000s for humanitarian missions related to the Clinton Foundation but has denied ever visiting Epstein's private island. Hillary Clinton has maintained that she had no significant contact with Epstein, never traveled on his aircraft, and never visited his island.
Clinton's Connections and Upcoming Testimony
In the BBC interview, Clinton confirmed meeting Ghislaine Maxwell, who was convicted of conspiring with Epstein to sexually abuse minors, on a few occasions. Responding to Clinton's claims of political motivation, Trump told reporters he had been 'totally exonerated.'
Hillary Clinton is scheduled to testify on February 26, with Bill Clinton expected to appear the following day, as the investigation continues to unfold amid heightened public and political scrutiny.
