Political Precedent

Democrats Warn Trump Will Face Testimony If Republicans Subpoena Clintons on Epstein

Facing the threat of contempt of Congress, the Clintons agreed to testify before the House Oversight Committee regarding Jeffrey Epstein. This action, Democrats argue, establishes a new precedent allowing for the subpoenaing of former presidents and first ladies, a move they intend to leverage against Donald Trump and his family. Members like Rep. Ted Lieu and Rep. Maxwell Frost stated their intention to call Trump and his children to testify when Democrats regain control of the House. Chairman James Comer acknowledged the precedent his actions could set, though he stated his current focus was on the Clintons.

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