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Fact Check: Ghislaine Maxwell seeks pardon from Trump after second meeting with DOJ concludes

Fact Check: Ghislaine Maxwell seeks pardon from Trump after second meeting with DOJ concludes

Published August 3, 2025
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# Fact-Check: Ghislaine Maxwell Seeks Pardon from Trump After Second Meeting with DOJ Concludes ## What We Know Ghislaine Maxwell, who is currently ...

Fact-Check: Ghislaine Maxwell Seeks Pardon from Trump After Second Meeting with DOJ Concludes

What We Know

Ghislaine Maxwell, who is currently serving a 20-year prison sentence for her role in the sex trafficking of minors alongside Jeffrey Epstein, has been involved in discussions with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). Recently, she participated in a two-day interview with Todd Blanche, a senior DOJ official, during which she reportedly answered questions about approximately 100 individuals connected to her case (CBS News, New York Times). Maxwell's attorney indicated that she is seeking to have her sentence reduced or to receive a pardon (New York Times, CBS News).

President Donald Trump, when asked about the possibility of pardoning Maxwell, stated, “I’m allowed to do it, but it’s something I haven’t thought about” (Newsweek, Politico). He further clarified that no one has formally requested a pardon for her (Sky News).

Analysis

The claim that Ghislaine Maxwell is seeking a pardon from Trump is partially true. While it is confirmed that Maxwell has expressed a desire for her sentence to be reduced or for a pardon, the context surrounding Trump's response is crucial. Trump has publicly stated that he has the authority to grant a pardon but has not actively considered it, nor has anyone formally requested it from him (Reuters, Sky News).

The reliability of the sources reporting on this matter varies. Major news outlets like CBS News and New York Times provide detailed accounts of the interviews and Maxwell's legal situation, which adds credibility to their reporting. However, Trump's statements are often subject to interpretation and can be influenced by his political context and public relations strategies.

Moreover, the DOJ's involvement in interviewing Maxwell suggests that they may be exploring new avenues in their investigation, but it does not directly imply that a pardon is forthcoming or that it is being actively pursued by Maxwell or her legal team (New York Times, CBS News).

Conclusion

The statement that "Ghislaine Maxwell seeks pardon from Trump after second meeting with DOJ concludes" is partially true. While Maxwell has indeed expressed a desire for a pardon, Trump's comments indicate that he has not actively considered granting one, nor has anyone formally asked him to do so. The situation remains complex, with ongoing legal discussions and investigations that may influence future developments.

Sources

  1. Ghislaine Maxwell moved to prison camp, Trump says no plea for pardon
  2. After Ghislaine Maxwell Interview, Concerns Mount Over Pardon Speculation
  3. Ghislaine Maxwell's lawyer says DOJ asked her about 100 people
  4. Donald Trump Says He's 'Allowed' to Pardon Ghislaine Maxwell
  5. Trump reiterates that he has the authority to pardon Ghislaine Maxwell
  6. Ghislaine Maxwell received limited immunity during meetings
  7. Trump says 'nobody has asked' him to pardon Ghislaine Maxwell
  8. Ghislaine Maxwell makes pardon pitch in letter to Congress

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