CNN 5 Things Hillary Clinton Epstein Deposition, Trump Meets Mamdani, Mortgage Rates Fall and more
Feb 26, 2026
Closed-door testimony linked to the Jeffrey Epstein probe is discussed. Progress in U.S.-Iran nuclear talks and fresh Ukraine negotiations are highlighted. Cross-border strikes between neighboring countries and related casualties are reported. An unannounced White House meeting about housing and a released detained student is covered. Mortgage rates slipping below a key threshold and its impact on buying power are noted.
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Clinton Denies Epstein Ties Amid Redaction Errors
- Hillary Clinton told House lawmakers she had no connection to Jeffrey Epstein and provided testimony in good faith.
- Robert Garcia said Clinton is cooperating and Bill Clinton is expected to appear, while DOJ re-uploaded files after redaction errors exposed sensitive images and data.
Geneva Talks Show Progress Without Deal
- A third round of U.S.-Iran nuclear talks in Geneva showed progress but produced no finalized deal, with both sides planning follow-ups in Vienna.
- Iran said elements of an agreement are taking shape while mediators aim to avert military escalation.
Ukraine Talks Include Prosperity Package Talks
- U.S. officials met Ukrainian and Russian negotiators in Geneva to discuss Ukraine, including a prosperity package involving Steve Wyckoff and Jared Kushner.
- Zelensky indicated the next negotiation round will likely be in Abu Dhabi next month.