Starr Vows to Continue Investigation into Clinton Despite Jones Suit Dismissal

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The Paula Jones lawsuit against President Bill Clinton has been dismissed, but Independent Counsel Kenneth Starr is adamant that his investigation into allegations of Clinton's affair with White House intern Monica Lewinsky will continue. Despite the dismissal, many legal questions remain unanswered, including the possibility of perjury and obstruction of justice charges against the President. Starr's investigation has been ongoing for months, with several key witnesses and sources close to the case having significant implications for the outcome.

Key Takeaways:

  • The dismissal of the Paula Jones lawsuit does not impact the ongoing investigation into President Clinton's alleged affair with Monica Lewinsky.
  • Independent Counsel Kenneth Starr vows to continue investigating allegations of perjury, subornation of perjury, intimidation of witnesses, and obstruction of justice.
  • White House chief of staff Erskine Bowles testified before Starr's grand jury, indicating that the investigation is moving forward.
  • Legal experts believe that Starr's investigation can continue without the Paula Jones lawsuit, as the primary concerns are the alleged perjury and obstruction of justice.
  • The investigation hinges on the credibility of Monica Lewinsky, who has reportedly been cooperating with the investigation but has changed her story several times.
  • Starr's investigation is ongoing, with witnesses including Clinton's aides and possibly a White House steward or Secret Service officer.
  • The investigation could result in charges of perjury, subornation of perjury, intimidation of witnesses, and obstruction of justice.
  • Clinton's executive privilege claim may be invalid, potentially allowing Starr to gain momentum in the investigation.

Statistics:

  • The Paula Jones lawsuit was dismissed on Wednesday, March 31, 1999, but the investigation into Clinton's alleged affair with Lewinsky continues.
  • Kenneth Starr has been investigating the allegations for over two months.
  • The investigation has involved several key witnesses, including White House chief of staff Erskine Bowles andsources close to the case.
  • Clinton's aides and possibly a White House steward or Secret Service officer could be called to testify.
  • The investigation is ongoing, with the outcome dependent on the credibility of Monica Lewinsky.

Sources:

  • Byline: Michael Hedges With a report from Associated Press.
  • WASHINGTON -- It's over, right? The Paula Jones suit is history.