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WATCH LIVE: House Oversight panel meets to review resolutions holding Clintons in contempt

WATCH LIVE: House Oversight panel meets to review resolutions holding Clintons in contempt

Summary

House Republicans want to hold Bill and Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress. This is part of an investigation related to Jeffrey Epstein.

Key Facts

  • House Republicans are pushing to hold Bill and Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress.
  • The case is linked to an investigation about Jeffrey Epstein.
  • If the contempt actions pass, it could lead to a criminal prosecution by the Department of Justice.
  • A successful prosecution could potentially result in prison time for the Clintons.
  • There will be a meeting by the House Oversight Committee to discuss the charges.
  • To pass the contempt charges, a majority vote in the full House is needed.
  • Republicans currently have difficulty securing enough votes for such a majority.

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