Ghislaine Maxwell, known for her involvement in Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes, is seeking to have her criminal conviction overturned. While serving her sentence, Maxwell has reportedly rebranded herself and maintained a calm demeanor. In prison, she offers legal advice and classes to fellow inmates, focusing on their well-being and avoiding conflicts. Maxwell’s behavior could be a strategy to gain favor and potentially impact her chances of clemency. Despite her efforts, her past actions as a convicted sex trafficker and perjurer have raised concerns. Maxwell recently met with Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, prompting questions about her motives and the potential implications of her interactions with the Department of Justice.
“She never refused to answer a question, so we’re very proud of her.”
EPSTEIN ACCOMPLICE GHISLAINE MAXWELL HOPES FOR TRUMP PARDON AFTER DOJ MEETING, ATTORNEY SAYS
Jeffrey Epstein was facing federal sex trafficking charges stemming from years of abuse of minors. (Rick Friedman/Corbis)
The discussions are happening as a House committee has issued a subpoena for Maxwell to testify in a congressional deposition regarding her knowledge of the extent of Epstein’s crimes. Lawmakers are also pressing the DOJ to release files related to the case.
However, Aronberg advises federal prosecutors to be cautious when considering Maxwell’s statements.
“If you’re a model prisoner behind bars, then prosecutors are more likely to believe that you really are trying to do the right thing, you’re reformed and you are telling the truth this time around,” Aronberg said. “But it’s hard to ignore the fact that she is a liar.”
Maxwell’s legal team has filed a brief with the U.S. Supreme Court, seeking to appeal her federal sex trafficking conviction. They argue that the government should honor an agreement made by Epstein that was supposed to protect Maxwell from criminal charges.
Federal prosecutors maintain that the agreement only applied in Florida, not in New York, thereby excluding Maxwell’s case.
“No one is above the law — not even the Southern District of New York,” Markus stated. “Our government made a deal, and it must honor it. The United States cannot promise immunity with one hand in Florida and prosecute with the other in New York.”
Markus also made an appeal to Trump, who has mentioned the possibility of pardoning Maxwell but has not made a decision yet.
“President Trump built his legacy in part on the power of a deal—and surely he would agree that when the United States gives its word, it must stand by it,” Markus said. “We are appealing not only to the Supreme Court but to the President himself to recognize how profoundly unjust it is to scapegoat Ghislaine Maxwell for Epstein’s crimes, especially when the government promised she would not be prosecuted.”
The DOJ did not immediately respond to requests for comment from Fox News Digital.
Maxwell is currently serving a 20-year sentence for her involvement in Epstein’s scheme to sexually abuse numerous young girls. She is expected to testify under oath on Aug. 11 at or near the federal prison where she is serving her sentence.
“Jeffrey Epstein could not do what he did without Ghislaine Maxwell,” Aronberg stated. “She’s no victim. She is the devil’s accomplice.”
