Epstein accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell seeks Trump clemency before testimony

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Agence France-PresseFebruary 9, 2026 at 07:41 PM

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Ghislaine Maxwell, convicted of sex trafficking related to Jeffrey Epstein, declined to answer questions from the House Oversight Committee on Monday. Subpoenaed to discuss her relationship with Epstein and potential co-conspirators, Maxwell invoked her Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination. Committee Chairman James Comer expressed disappointment, stating the committee had many questions regarding her crimes with Epstein. Maxwell's lawyer, David Markus, indicated she would be willing to speak publicly if granted clemency by former US President Donald Trump. The committee sought Maxwell's testimony to further investigate the crimes she and Epstein committed.

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