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Boebert Leaks Photo From Clinton Deposition, Cracks 'BleachBit' Joke

The leak prompted a pause in the closed hearing, raising questions about Oversight Committee rules.

Overview

  • Rep. Lauren Boebert photographed Hillary Clinton during a closed House Oversight deposition and sent the image to influencer Benny Johnson.
  • Hillary Clinton said the proceeding was halted after the photo surfaced, describing the interruption following an agreed closed format.
  • Questioned about the leak, Boebert quipped that she had just installed BleachBit and said she did not recall taking photos, invoking the past email server controversy.
  • A Clinton adviser said the photo-taking violated chamber rules, while Ranking Member Robert Garcia criticized lax enforcement as Johnson defended posting the image.
  • Clinton recounted being asked about UFOs and the Pizzagate conspiracy in the session, and Bill Clinton is scheduled to be deposed next.