Epstein documents shed new light on ‘manipulator’ Ghislaine Maxwell

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Victoria BekiempisJanuary 31, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Epstein documents shed new light on ‘manipulator’ Ghislaine Maxwell

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Recently released documents from the Jeffrey Epstein investigation shed light on Ghislaine Maxwell's methods of controlling victims. The documents, including accusers' accounts, detail how Maxwell used a combination of familiarity and intimidation to groom and manipulate young girls for Epstein's abuse. Victims described Maxwell's behavior as initially friendly before minimizing the abuse and instructing them on how to behave. One victim stated that Maxwell also sought out other young girls for Epstein, specifying they "have to look young at least." The release of these files comes as Maxwell, serving a 20-year sentence, attempts to appeal her conviction. The documents also include information regarding an interview Maxwell had with a former lawyer of Donald Trump, where she downplayed Trump's relationship with Epstein.

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