Clinton's White House Scandal Deepens as Monica Lewinsky's Physical Evidence Emerges

Reports have emerged that Monica Lewinsky, a former White House intern, has retained physical evidence that could potentially show President Clinton lied about their relationship. Lewinsky allegedly kept a dress that may contain forensic material pertinent to the investigation being conducted by independent counsel Ken Starr. This new development has brought the Lewinsky probe to a critical stage, with the president agreeing to a voluntary videotaped interrogation by special prosecutor Kenneth Starr on August 17.

Key Takeaways:

• Monica Lewinsky allegedly kept a dress that may contain forensic material relevant to the investigation, potentially showing President Clinton lied about their relationship.
• Lewinsky has full, or "transactional," immunity from prosecution and is cooperating with Starr's investigation.
• Clinton agreed to a voluntary videotaped interrogation by Starr on August 17, after Starr withdrew a subpoena issued on July 17.
• The dress, if tested, could provide identifying DNA material that could corroborate or contradict Lewinsky's claims about Clinton.
• Seven Secret Service employees testified before the grand jury today, with no indication they will be required to return.
• Polls show that 63 to 65 percent of Americans approve of Clinton's work as president, despite the ongoing investigation.

Statistics:

• 63 to 65 percent: The percentage of Americans who approve of Clinton's work as president, according to polls.
• 17: The day of the month when Clinton is scheduled to undergo a voluntary videotaped interrogation by Starr.
• 1998: The year when the reported events took place.

Sources:

• United Press International (UPI), "Clinton's White House Scandal Deepens as Monica Lewinsky's Physical Evidence Emerges" (July 30, 1998)