Bill Clinton Denies Allegations of Affair with Monica Lewinsky

Former President Bill Clinton recently faced intense scrutiny regarding allegations of a s–ual relationship with former White House intern and aide Monica Lewinsky.

Here are some key moments from his responses to these allegations:

During a deposition in the Paula Jones lawsuit on January 17, 1998, Clinton was questioned about being alone with Lewinsky in the Oval Office.

He stated that while it was possible they were alone together, he had no specific recollection of such an instance.

When asked if he had ever met with Lewinsky in the White House between midnight and 6 a.m., Clinton responded that he did not think so, emphasizing that there were always several people around late at night during congressional sessions.

Regarding the allegation of an extramarital affair with Lewinsky, Clinton firmly denied any such relationship, stating that it would not be the truth if she claimed otherwise.

In various interviews, including one with Jim Lehrer on ‘NewsHour With Jim Lehrer' on January 21, 1998, Clinton reiterated that the accusations were false and there was no improper relationship between him and Lewinsky.

He emphasized his willingness to cooperate with the investigation.

In a telephone interview with Roll Call on the same day, Clinton stressed that his relationship with Lewinsky was not improper, clarifying that it was not s–ual in nature.

During an interview on NPR's ‘All Things Considered,' Clinton refuted allegations of encouraging anyone to lie under oath and denied any affair with Lewinsky.

He expressed his commitment to cooperating with the investigation.

At a White House photo opportunity with Yaser Arafat on January 22, 1998, Clinton dismissed the allegations as false and stated his intention to provide answers to legitimate questions while complying with investigative processes.

In a White House news conference on education on January 26, 1998, Clinton emphatically declared, “I did not have s–ual relations with that woman, Miss Lewinsky,” and reiterated his innocence.

In a nationally televised speech on August 17, 1998, Clinton admitted to an inappropriate relationship with Lewinsky, acknowledging a lack of judgment.

However, he maintained that he never instructed anyone to deceive or take unlawful actions.

During a news conference with Russian President Yeltsin in Moscow on September 2, 1998, Clinton expressed regret for his actions, sought forgiveness, and emphasized his dedication to his duties as President.

Despite facing personal challenges, Clinton affirmed his commitment to fulfilling his responsibilities and addressing the situation privately with his family.

He recognized the need to regain public trust and move forward in a constructive manner.

Through these statements and interactions, Bill Clinton navigated a tumultuous period in his presidency, facing accusations and addressing them with a mix of denial, cooperation, and personal reflection.