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Dems leave door open to voting for Bill Clinton contempt measure

Dems leave door open to voting for Bill Clinton contempt measure

Summary

Some Democrats on the House Oversight Committee might vote for a Republican measure to hold former President Bill Clinton in contempt of Congress. This is because he did not attend a scheduled deposition related to an investigation of Jeffrey Epstein. Democrats express concerns about selective enforcement of subpoenas but stress the importance of getting information from everyone involved.

Key Facts

  • The House Oversight Committee is considering holding former President Bill Clinton in contempt for not attending a scheduled deposition.
  • The deposition is part of an investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, which also involves subpoenas for other officials.
  • Hillary Clinton is set to testify, but her attorneys believe the subpoenas are not valid.
  • Committee chair James Comer says the Clintons have delayed the process despite months of communication.
  • Some Democrats argue that subpoenas are being enforced selectively and want more comprehensive investigations.
  • A proposal to subpoena Attorney General Pam Bondi is discussed due to incomplete document releases.
  • There is a possibility that Democrats will include their own measures if the contempt proceedings move forward.
  • Some Democrats believe the focus should be broader and include other figures linked to the Epstein investigation.

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