House Committee Investigates DoJ Evidence Handling

9 UPDATES · 4 DAYS · 24 FEB 2026 — 27 FEB 2026

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Latest · 27 Feb 2026

Bill Clinton testified before the House Oversight Committee about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, denying wrongdoing and refusing to comment on photos released by the Justice Department.

What this timeline covers

This event covers the US Department of Justice's withholding of files related to allegations of sexual abuse against President Trump and the subsequent reactions and analyses from lawmakers and the public. It excludes other actions by the Justice Department, President Trump, and lawmakers unless they are direct developments or responses to the specific withholding of these files.

The full story, from the beginning

24Feb

STORY BEGINS — Times of India

US department of justice withheld Epstein files referencing Donald Trump: Reports

The Guardian

The House oversight committee launched an investigation into the DoJ's alleged illegal withholding of evidence related to allegations against Donald Trump.

25Feb

The Dawn

The DOJ withheld records related to Jeffrey Epstein, including FBI interviews with a woman who accused President Trump of sexual abuse, citing privilege or ongoing investigations.

26Feb

Times of India

Rep. Lauren Boebert leaked a photo of Hillary Clinton to conservative commentator Benny Johnson during a closed-door deposition, prompting an investigation into the source.

27Feb

Times of India

Hillary Clinton testified for six hours before the House Oversight Committee, denying knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes.

Times of India

Hillary Clinton testified before the House Oversight Committee about her past interactions with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.

Times of India

Former US President Bill Clinton denied any wrongdoing in relation to Jeffrey Epstein, claiming he saw no signs of criminal activity.

Al Jazeera

Bill Clinton testified before the House Oversight Committee about his interactions with Jeffrey Epstein, denying knowledge of the sex trafficking allegations.

LATEST UPDATE — South China Morning Post

Bill Clinton testified before the House Oversight Committee about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, denying wrongdoing and refusing to comment on photos released by the Justice Department.

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