Monica Lewinsky's Mother Testifies Before Grand Jury in Clinton Affair Investigation

Monica Lewinsky's mother, Marcia Lewis, spent nearly three hours before the grand jury on Tuesday, testifying about an alleged presidential affair and cover-up. Lewinsky's lawyer, William Ginsburg, suggested that his client would testify if compelled under court order, despite insisting that prosecutors had wrongly rescinded an offer to give her full immunity. The move by Whitewater prosecutor Kenneth Starr may increase the pressure on Lewinsky to cooperate with prosecutors before a grand jury appearance.

Key Takeaways:

• Lewinsky's mother, Marcia Lewis, testified before the grand jury for nearly three hours, corroborating her daughter's alleged affair with President Clinton.
• Lewinsky's lawyer, William Ginsburg, stated that his client would testify if compelled under court order, but would not defy a federal court order or subpoena.
• Ginsburg claimed that prosecutors had wrongly rescinded an offer to grant Lewinsky total immunity from prosecution.
• Lewis was given limited immunity in exchange for her testimony, allowing her to reveal details about the alleged affair.
• Lewinsky confided in her mother about the alleged affair, with Lewis frequently contacting her daughter during the past two months.
• Secretly tape-recorded conversations between Lewinsky and her friend, Linda Tripp, revealed Lewinsky's mother's advice and the help she received from Vernon Jordan in getting a job at Revlon.

Statistics:

• Lewinsky signed an affidavit on January 7 denying having sex with Clinton.
• A job offer from Revlon followed several days later, facilitated by Vernon Jordan.
• Lewinsky's mother, Marcia Lewis, testified before the grand jury for nearly three hours.
• The grand jury appearance was initially scheduled for Thursday, but may be delayed due to the secret court filing by Ginsburg.

Sources:

• The Associated Press
• The New York Daily News
• Washington Post
• Los Angeles Times