CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip Bill Clinton Testifies In Epstein Probe
Feb 28, 2026
Bill Clinton’s sworn denial and the hot-tub photo explanation dominate a tense political showdown. Panelists spar over subpoenas, credibility of Epstein file entries, and whether Trump should face the same treatment. Experts flag AI tensions as the Pentagon pressures Anthropic over military use and red lines provoke debate. Texas primary turnout, cross-party voting, and border politics round out the heated news cycle.
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Clinton Says He Knew Nothing About Epstein
- Bill Clinton testified under oath that he "saw nothing, did nothing, and did nothing wrong" regarding Epstein.
- He addressed a hot tub photo, denied knowing the woman, and said his limited interactions ended long before Epstein's crimes surfaced.
New Precedent Could Put Trump Under Oath
- Republicans subpoenaed and deposed former presidents and first ladies, setting a new precedent that Democrats say could apply to Trump.
- Top Democrat on the Oversight panel urged calling President Trump and the First Lady to testify under oath next.
Anthropic Refuses Pentagon Over AI Use Limits
- Anthropic refused Pentagon demands to allow use of its AI for all lawful purposes, citing two red lines: no autonomous offensive weapons and no mass domestic surveillance.
- The Pentagon designated Anthropic a supply chain risk, a move that could block government contracts and provoke legal challenge.