A Presidential Scandal

Monica Lewinsky sent shockwaves around the world when she revealed an affair with President Bill Clinton in 1998. She was only 22 years old at the time. The scandal took over the headlines and will always be linked to the Clinton presidency. The two admitted to nine sexual encounters over a two-year timeline, although Clinton initially denied any wrongdoing. However, the “blue dress,” as it came to be known, had a stain that matched his DNA.

Near the end of 1998, the House of Representatives voted to impeach Clinton on two of the four articles of impeachment. Time went on to publish an article that stated the political damage had burned out Washington.