Summary
House Speaker Mike Johnson commented on Bill and Hillary Clinton's decision not to comply with subpoenas related to the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. Johnson stated that their refusal is considered contempt of Congress. The House Oversight Committee, led by James Comer, issued these subpoenas as part of their investigation.
Key Facts
- House Speaker Mike Johnson reacted to the Clintons' defiance of congressional subpoenas.
- The subpoenas are part of a House Oversight Committee investigation into the Justice Department's handling of the Epstein case.
- Bill and Hillary Clinton announced their refusal to comply with the subpoenas, citing political motivations.
- The Clintons provided sworn statements saying they have no additional information relevant to the inquiry.
- The Oversight Committee, led by Republican James Comer, may pursue contempt proceedings against Bill Clinton.
- Johnson believes their refusal to comply is a contempt of Congress.
- The issue could lead to a vote in the House on holding the Clintons in contempt.
- Representative Nancy Mace expressed support for holding Clinton in contempt, stating no one is above the law.
