Jeffrey Epstein's associate Ghislaine Maxwell granted limited immunity in meetings with Deputy Attorney General
Ghislaine Maxwell, who initiated meetings with the Department of Justice, answered questions for about nine hours over two days after being granted proffer immunity. This immunity allowed her to freely answer questions without fear of her responses being used against her. The immunity is commonly given to individuals prosecutors seek to cooperate in a criminal case. Maxwell has already been tried, convicted, and sentenced for sex trafficking underage girls.
During the meetings, Maxwell was asked about numerous people and provided answers without holding back. Her attorney, David Markus, stated that there were no requests or promises made during the interviews. Maxwell met with Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche for a total of nine hours over two days.
Blanche did not speak to reporters upon his arrival at the federal courthouse in Tallahassee, Florida. He mentioned on social media that he would disclose what he learned from Maxwell at the appropriate time. Maxwell is currently appealing her 20-year prison sentence for child sex trafficking and other offenses related to Jeffrey Epstein.
President Donald Trump was asked about the possibility of clemency for Maxwell but declined to comment, citing the ongoing sensitive nature of the interview. Maxwell's attorney stated that they have not approached the president about a pardon yet but suggested it could happen in the future. Maxwell's legal team expressed gratitude for the opportunity to meet with Blanche as she seeks to appeal her conviction and leave prison.
Annie Farmer, who testified against Maxwell at trial, expressed disappointment over Maxwell being granted a meeting with the deputy attorney general without input from victims. Farmer highlighted the harm caused to many young girls and women by Maxwell. The Justice Department has faced pressure to release more information about Epstein and his connections with high-profile individuals, including reports of Trump's name appearing in Epstein's files.
Senate Republicans have called for transparency regarding the Epstein case, urging the release of all relevant information. The Justice Department previously committed to releasing additional details but later stated that no further information would be provided.