Ghislaine Maxwell refuses to answer questions from US Congress

In February 2026, Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstein's former associate, refused to answer questions before a US congressional committee. Maxwell, who was previously convicted in connection to Epstein's crimes, invoked her Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination. Her lawyers stated that she would only cooperate and provide testimony if granted clemency. The hearing was held by the US Congress to investigate further details related to the Epstein case and those involved. Maxwell's refusal to testify hinders the committee's ability to gather information and potentially identify other individuals connected to Epstein's activities.

Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstein's former confidante, declined to answer questions from the House Oversight Committee on Monday, February 9, 2026, invoking her Fifth Amendment rights against self-incrimination. The House Oversight Committee, led by Chairman James Comer, sought to interview Maxwell as part of their investigation. Comer expressed disappointment with Maxwell's decision. House Democrats also reported that Maxwell is appealing to President Donald Trump for clemency. The interview took place at the Capitol in Washington.

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.

Ghislaine Maxwell, convicted of sex trafficking related to Jeffrey Epstein, will invoke her Fifth Amendment right to remain silent during a closed-door deposition before the US House Oversight Committee on Monday. Maxwell's lawyer confirmed she will read a prepared statement instead of answering questions. Representative Ro Khanna intends to question Maxwell about alleged co-conspirators in the Epstein case and her relationship with Donald Trump, including potential pardon discussions. Maxwell previously denied witnessing inappropriate conduct by Trump or Bill Clinton in a meeting with a Deputy Attorney General. The deposition, originally scheduled for last August, was postponed pending a Supreme Court ruling. The Justice Department has also released millions of pages of new files related to the case.