VINCE Podcast Episode 235 Summary
Hillary Clinton Confronted in Epstein Hearing
Host: Vince Coglianese | Cumulus Podcast Network
Date: February 27, 2026

Episode Overview

This episode focuses on Hillary Clinton’s testimony before Congress regarding her connections—if any—to Jeffrey Epstein, examining her denials and the controversy stirred by a photo leaked from her deposition. Vince breaks down both the serious and absurd moments from the hearing, analyzes the ongoing political implications, and shines a spotlight on the SAVE America Act’s status in the Senate. The episode features an emotionally impactful interview with “Angel Father” Joe Abraham, who discusses the tragic loss of his daughter to an illegal immigrant and brings a personal perspective to border security issues.

Key Segments & Discussion Points

1. Hillary Clinton’s Epstein Testimony

(03:00 - 18:00)

• Location & Special Treatment:
  Clinton testifies remotely from Chappaqua, NY, near her private server. Vince mocks the “plush accommodation” and Clinton’s penchant for comfort.
  “She got to do it from New York near her private server. That’s where she’s most comfortable.” (00:41)

• Denial and “Sergeant Schultz” Routine:
  Clinton repeatedly denies any knowledge or relationship with Epstein (“I know nothing. Jeffrey ep, who?”), echoing a familiar pattern of denials seen in past Clinton controversies.

  • Notable Quote:
    “I don't recall ever encountering Mr. Epstein. I never flew on his plane or visited his island home or his offices.” – Hillary Clinton (reported by Vince at 03:25)
  • Vince notes the visible contradiction given the Clintons’ public proximity to Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.

• Ghislaine Maxwell Association:
  Vince highlights photos of Maxwell at Chelsea Clinton’s wedding, questioning Clinton’s claim to only know Maxwell “casually.”

• Committee Drama — The Boebert Photo Incident:
  Congresswoman Lauren Boebert snaps and shares photos of the closed hearing, causing an uproar.

  • Clinton’s response: Outrage over broken rules, using it as a pretext to pause the deposition.
  • Vince:
    “There’s no doubt Hillary tried to exploit the photo as a way to create a circus in the hearing yesterday.” (10:00)
  • Boebert’s retort (referencing Clinton’s email scandal):
    “I just returned to my hotel room, I installed the bleach bit software, and I took a hammer to my iPad. So as far as any photos, I can’t recall.” – Lauren Boebert (11:23)
  • Vince and Boebert invoke Clinton’s infamous “I can’t recall” line to ridicule her testimony.

• Clinton’s Press Statement:
  Clinton defends herself post-testimony, frustrated by repeated questions and pivots to accuse Republicans of mishandling the probe.

  • Notable Quote:
    “I don’t know how many times I had to say, I did not know Jeffrey Epstein. I never went to his island. I never went to his homes. I never went to his offices. So it’s on the record.” – Hillary Clinton (08:55)
  • Vince decries her tone as “arrogant” and compares her evasiveness to past Clinton playbooks.

2. Bill Clinton’s Links to Epstein

(14:00 - 17:00)

• Media Questions:
  Press inquires about Bill Clinton’s connections with Epstein as revealed in court documents and photos. Hillary argues Bill’s relationship ended “before Epstein’s criminal activities came to light.”

  • Notable Quote:
    “The chronology of the connection that he had with Epstein ended years—several years before anything about Epstein’s criminal activities came to light … the vast majority of people who had contact with him before his criminal pleas in 2008 … did not know what he was doing.” – Hillary Clinton (14:46)
  • Vince calls this justification “not an explanation” and dismisses it.

• Trump’s Role Flipped:
  Clinton tries to pivot questions onto Trump, suggesting he is more implicated in Epstein’s files. Vince and guest Scott Jennings counter that Trump is, in fact, the “whistleblower,” having helped law enforcement investigate Epstein.

  • Jennings:
    “The only real true thing we know is that he (Trump) called up the police in Florida and said, ‘You need to look at this guy.’” (17:55)

3. Senate Dog Parade vs. Save America Act

(23:30 - 32:00)

• Senate Priorities Skewered:
  Vince lampoons the Senate for organizing a bipartisan “Doggy Gras” parade instead of focusing on the Save America Act (SAVE Act), which pertains to election integrity and border security.

  • Thom Tillis, questioned about Senate’s priorities, replies:
    “It was a 45 minute session. I can walk and chew gum at the same time. They should try it.” – Tillis (25:40)
  • Vince:
    “…it kind of looks like you can walk dogs and not pass the Save act at the same time.” (25:49)

• GOP Divisions and Filibuster Confusion:
  Breakdown of opposition from within Republican ranks, particularly around filibuster mechanics (“talking filibuster”).

  • Senate procedures complicated by reluctance from John Curtis (UT) and lack of visible leadership from Mitch McConnell, whom Vince describes as “being rolled around in a wheelchair, unable to speak” (29:26), symbolizing the GOP’s inertia.

4. Angel Father Joe Abraham: Personal Tragedy and Policy

(33:36 - 50:21)

• Background:
  Joe Abraham recounts the tragic loss of his daughter Katie, killed by a drunk driving illegal immigrant.

  • She was 20 years old, a student, a “bright light” with “crazy wit and compassion.”
  • The driver had used an alias, had HIV, and Illinois officials failed in vetting and enforcement.

• Failure of State and Federal Systems:
  Abraham and Vince lay blame on Biden-era border policies and Illinois state governance for enabling the tragedy.

• Contrast Between Trump and Democratic Leaders:
  Abraham praises Trump’s empathy and attention to their cause while slamming Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker for ignoring him entirely.

  • Notable Quote:
    “Donald Trump has been nothing but gracious... [J.B. Pritzker] didn’t look my direction, didn’t acknowledge me, didn’t say two words about Katie’s life and death.” – Joe Abraham (38:38)

• Media and Policy Reactions:
  Abraham rebuffs The New York Times for portraying angel families as political pawns, sharing that ICE's “Operation Midway Blitz” in Chicago was launched in memory of Katie.

  • “I asked a bunch of questions... This was a simple targeted [operation]. It wasn’t a free for all.” (41:07)

• Democratic Inaction at State of the Union:
  Abraham reacts to Democrats’ refusal to stand for the sentiment “The first duty of the American government is to protect American citizens, not illegal aliens.”

  • “It’s completely disgusting… there’s no humanity there.” (46:07)

• Powerful Closing:
  Abraham summarizes:
  “We, we are supportive of legal immigration, done the right way... All these tired, just platitudes coming out of these outlets is so disgusting and so exhausting and so tired and just, just ridiculous.” (44:45)

5. Election Integrity & Legal Updates

(52:35 - 54:34)

• Guest: Harmeet Dhillon
  The Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights details ongoing lawsuits against 30 states to gain access to voter rolls and ensure clean, legal elections. She explains appeals in states like Oregon, California, Michigan, and a Supreme Court argument to clarify that “election day” means exactly that.

  • “Every day we are thinking of ways here at the Civil Rights Division to improve voter confidence... and ensure that only American citizens vote.” – Harmeet Dhillon (54:21)

• Media’s Pushback & Host’s Rebuttal:
  Vince criticizes media coverage by Politico for misrepresenting the legal authority for these efforts, referencing the Civil Rights Act of 1960.

Notable Quotes & Moments (with Timestamps)

• Hillary Clinton Denials:
  “I did not know Jeffrey Epstein. I never went to his island. I never went to his homes. I never went to his offices. So it’s on the record.” – Hillary Clinton (08:55)

• Lauren Boebert’s “Bleach Bit” Comeback:
  “I just returned to my hotel room, I installed the bleach bit software and I took a hammer to my iPad. So as far as any photos, I can’t recall.” – Lauren Boebert (11:23)

• Joe Abraham on Politicization of Families' Grief:
  “Operation Midway Blitz in Chicago … was launched in honor of your daughter, Katie Abraham.” (41:07)

• Abraham on Immigration Reality:
  “We have drunk drivers, so we should bring in more. We have crime, we should bring in more. It makes no sense.” – Joe Abraham (43:46)

• Vince’s Critique of Senate Priorities:
  “They can walk dogs and not pass the Save act at the same time.” (25:49)

• Harmeet Dhillon on Election Law:
  “Every day we are thinking of ways… to improve voter confidence in the outcome of our elections and ensure that only American citizens vote in federal elections and only one time.” (54:21)

Timestamps by Segment

| Segment Title | Start | End | |---------------------------------------------------|----------|----------| | Hillary Clinton’s Testimony & Photo Incident | 03:00 | 18:00 | | Bill Clinton, Media Swerves & Trump’s Role | 14:00 | 19:30 | | Senate Priorities: Dogs vs. SAVE Act | 23:30 | 32:00 | | Angel Father Joe Abraham Interview | 33:36 | 50:21 | | Election Integrity Lawsuits & Activism | 52:35 | 54:34 |

Tone & Style

Vince’s coverage is hyperbolic, sarcastic, and combative, mixing dark humor with advocacy for conservative causes.

• He routinely mocks political opponents and “the left” while framing Trump and key Republican efforts as heroic.
• The interview with Joe Abraham is respectful and earnest, providing a somber counterpoint to the rest of the episode.
• Listener engagement is promoted through direct address and appeals to activism (“Contact your Senator,” “Keep the pressure on”).

For Listeners Who Missed It

This episode provides a critical, no-punches-pulled look at the Clintons’ interactions with the Epstein case, punctuated by an inside view of Congressional proceedings and a deeply human story of loss. It mixes biting political commentary, humor, and appeals for grassroots action—essential listening for politically engaged audiences, especially those concerned with election security and border policy.