Ghislaine Maxwell, the convicted sex trafficker serving a 20-year federal sentence, is offering to fully cooperate with investigators regarding Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes if she is granted clemency by President Donald Trump. The story was highlighted by Express UK, which reported that Maxwell’s legal team has framed the offer as a chance to reveal the complete truth about Epstein’s trafficking operation.
Her attorney, David Oscar Markus, said Maxwell is prepared to speak “fully and honestly” about the network surrounding Epstein but will only do so if her sentence is commuted or she receives a presidential pardon. Markus argued that Maxwell is uniquely positioned to provide a full account of how the operation functioned and who was involved, adding that the truth may not align with public expectations. It comes amid broader issues like Elon Musk’s promise to cover lawsuit costs for anyone speaking truth about the Epstein Files.
Markus also claimed that Maxwell’s testimony would clear both President Trump and former President Bill Clinton of any wrongdoing connected to Epstein. He stated that Maxwell alone could explain why neither man was involved in Epstein’s criminal activity, insisting that the public is entitled to hear that explanation directly from her.
The clemency offer comes after Maxwell refused to testify
The proposal follows Maxwell’s recent refusal to testify before the US House Oversight Committee, which is investigating how Epstein was able to traffic and abuse underage girls for years without being stopped. Lawmakers are seeking to understand who assisted Epstein and how his network operated, including the role of his close associates. This scrutiny mirrors broader political tensions seen in coverage like Hakeem Jeffries vows Democrats will stop Trump from nationalizing and rigging the 2026 midterm elections.
Maxwell appeared via videolink from federal prison during a closed-session hearing but invoked her Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination and declined to answer questions. Democratic Representative Melanie Stansbury, who attended the session, said Maxwell appeared to be using her silence as leverage, suggesting she was signaling that cooperation would only come in exchange for clemency.
Maxwell was convicted in New York in 2021 for her role in recruiting and abusing young women on Epstein’s behalf and is currently serving her sentence. Epstein was arrested in 2019 but died in a Manhattan jail while awaiting trial, with his death ruled a suicide.
Published: Feb 9, 2026 04:45 pm