Saw nothing and did nothing wrong: Bill Clinton defends himself during his appearance before the Epstein investigative committee

For the first time on Friday, an American ex-president had to testify under oath before the House of Representatives. Republicans were also impressed by Bill Clinton.

28 Feb, 02:52 — 28 Feb, 05:25

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Why this matters

This story is significant due to the ongoing investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking network and the involvement of high-profile individuals. Bill Clinton's testimony under oath is a major development, as his connections to Epstein have long been scrutinized, raising questions about accountability for powerful figures.

Perspective Analysis

AI-generated comparison of how 5 sources cover this story

News outlets report on Bill Clinton's testimony before the Epstein investigative committee, where he denied wrongdoing and stated he 'saw nothing'. While largely aligned on Clinton's denial, coverage diverges on the specific focus of his defense, the duration of his questioning, and the political implications, particularly regarding attempts to shift focus to Donald Trump.

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de-volkskrantcenter-leftcenter-leftanalyticalQuestions Trump's involvement, reports local anger

helsingin-sanomatcentercenter-leftanalyticalFocuses on specific, potentially embarrassing questions

rte-newscentercenter-leftneutralHighlights Democratic efforts to target Trump

Coverage leans: center-left

The coverage leans center-left, with multiple outlets highlighting political angles related to Donald Trump or focusing on the nature of questioning, while one center-right outlet notes Republican impressions.

What sources agree on

Bill Clinton appeared before the Epstein investigative committee.
Bill Clinton denied wrongdoing during his testimony.
He was questioned about his links to Jeffrey Epstein.

Where they diverge

The primary focus of Bill Clinton's defense during the testimony.

Daily Star BDnzz

Emphasize Clinton's direct statement of 'saw nothing' and 'did nothing wrong'.

helsingin-sanomat

Highlights the specific nature of the questioning, focusing on whether he engaged in sexual activity with women.

The political context and implications surrounding the hearing.

rte-newsde-volkskrant

Frame the hearing as part of a political strategy by Democrats to shift focus onto Donald Trump's ties to Epstein.

nzz

Notes that Republicans were impressed by Bill Clinton's testimony.

Key claims2 agreed · 4 unverified

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Bill Clinton denied wrongdoing to the US committee on Epstein.

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Bill Clinton stated to lawmakers investigating Epstein: 'I saw nothing'.

agreed·Daily Star BDnzz

Bill Clinton was questioned for six hours.

Coverage gaps

The duration of Bill Clinton's questioning (six hours).

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Missingrte-newsde-volkskrantDaily Star BD+1

The historical significance of an ex-president testifying under oath before the House.

Reportednzz

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Reports of anger in Bill Clinton's hometown regarding the hearing.

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How outlets covered this

Left-leaning

No articles

Center

helsingin-sanomat

Epstein-vyyhti | Bill Clintonilta kyseltiin kuusi tuntia, harrastiko hän seksiä naisten kanssa

rte-news

Bill Clinton denies wrongdoing to US committee on Epstein

de-volkskrant

Historisch verhoor Bill Clinton leidt tot woede in zijn woonplaats: ‘Wáár is Donald Trump?’

Daily Star BD

Bill Clinton to lawmakers investigating Epstein: 'I saw nothing' - The Daily Star

Right-leaning

nzz

Nichts gesehen und nichts falsch gemacht: Bill Clinton verteidigt sich während seines Auftritts vor dem Epstein-Untersuchungsausschuss

Key entities

Bill ClintonFormer US President, testified before committee Jeffrey EpsteinDeceased financier, convicted sex offender Donald TrumpUS President, also linked to Epstein Epstein investigative committeeCongressional panel probing Epstein links

Coverage Timeline

First report: nzz · 28 Feb, 02:52|Full coverage: All 5 sources within 3h|Window: 3h

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nzz28 Feb, 02:52First to report

Nichts gesehen und nichts falsch gemacht: Bill Clinton verteidigt sich während seines Auftritts vor dem Epstein-Untersuchungsausschuss

Daily Star BD28 Feb, 03:30

Bill Clinton to lawmakers investigating Epstein: 'I saw nothing' - The Daily Star

de-volkskrant28 Feb, 04:17

Historisch verhoor Bill Clinton leidt tot woede in zijn woonplaats: ‘Wáár is Donald Trump?’

rte-news28 Feb, 05:09

Bill Clinton denies wrongdoing to US committee on Epstein

helsingin-sanomat28 Feb, 05:25Latest update

Epstein-vyyhti | Bill Clintonilta kyseltiin kuusi tuntia, harrastiko hän seksiä naisten kanssa

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helsingin-sanomat1h ago

Epstein-vyyhti | Bill Clintonilta kyseltiin kuusi tuntia, harrastiko hän seksiä naisten kanssa

Yhdysvaltain kongressiedustajat kuulustelivat Bill Clintonia tämän väleistään Jeffrey Epsteiniin.

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rte-news2h ago

Bill Clinton denies wrongdoing to US committee on Epstein

Former US president Bill Clinton denied wrongdoing to a congressional panel probing his links to Jeffrey Epstein, as Democrats seek to shift focus onto US President Donald Trump's own ties to the late sex offender.

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de-volkskrant3h ago

Historisch verhoor Bill Clinton leidt tot woede in zijn woonplaats: ‘Wáár is Donald Trump?’

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Daily Star BD3h ago

Bill Clinton to lawmakers investigating Epstein: 'I saw nothing' - The Daily Star

Bill Clinton to lawmakers investigating Epstein: 'I saw nothing' The Daily Star

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nzz4h ago

Nichts gesehen und nichts falsch gemacht: Bill Clinton verteidigt sich während seines Auftritts vor dem Epstein-Untersuchungsausschuss

Erstmals musste am Freitag ein amerikanischer Ex-Präsident unter Eid vor dem Repräsentantenhaus aussagen. Auch Republikaner zeigten sich beeindruckt über Bill Clinton. Vorangebracht hat er die Ermittlungen über den verstorbenen Sexualstraftäter Jeffrey Epstein aber nicht.

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Saw nothing and did nothing wrong: Bill Clinton defends himself during his appearance before the Epstein investigative committee

Why this matters

Perspective Analysis

Political spectrum

What sources agree on

Where they diverge

Key claims2 agreed · 4 unverified

Coverage gaps

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Left-leaning

Center

Epstein-vyyhti | Bill Clintonilta kyseltiin kuusi tuntia, harrastiko hän seksiä naisten kanssa

Bill Clinton denies wrongdoing to US committee on Epstein

Historisch verhoor Bill Clinton leidt tot woede in zijn woonplaats: ‘Wáár is Donald Trump?’

Bill Clinton to lawmakers investigating Epstein: 'I saw nothing' - The Daily Star

Right-leaning

Nichts gesehen und nichts falsch gemacht: Bill Clinton verteidigt sich während seines Auftritts vor dem Epstein-Untersuchungsausschuss

Key entities

Coverage Timeline

Nichts gesehen und nichts falsch gemacht: Bill Clinton verteidigt sich während seines Auftritts vor dem Epstein-Untersuchungsausschuss

Bill Clinton to lawmakers investigating Epstein: 'I saw nothing' - The Daily Star

Historisch verhoor Bill Clinton leidt tot woede in zijn woonplaats: ‘Wáár is Donald Trump?’

Bill Clinton denies wrongdoing to US committee on Epstein

Epstein-vyyhti | Bill Clintonilta kyseltiin kuusi tuntia, harrastiko hän seksiä naisten kanssa

Read at source (5 outlets)

Epstein-vyyhti | Bill Clintonilta kyseltiin kuusi tuntia, harrastiko hän seksiä naisten kanssa

Bill Clinton denies wrongdoing to US committee on Epstein

Historisch verhoor Bill Clinton leidt tot woede in zijn woonplaats: ‘Wáár is Donald Trump?’

Bill Clinton to lawmakers investigating Epstein: 'I saw nothing' - The Daily Star

Nichts gesehen und nichts falsch gemacht: Bill Clinton verteidigt sich während seines Auftritts vor dem Epstein-Untersuchungsausschuss

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