Ghislaine Maxwell Seeks Immunity Ahead of Congressional Testimony

Ghislaine Maxwell, convicted for aiding Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking, has expressed willingness to testify before the GOP-led House Oversight Committee but only if granted immunity, provided questions in advance, and allowed to testify after the Supreme Court rules on her appeal, or if pardoned by President Trump. Maxwell's attorney emphasized concerns about testifying without immunity, citing risks to her constitutional rights and potential prejudice to her ongoing legal appeals. The House Oversight Committee, chaired by Rep. James Comer, has rejected Maxwell's request for immunity, insisting the deposition will proceed as scheduled at the prison where Maxwell is serving her 20-year sentence. This subpoena and depositions are part of a broader congressional review of the federal government’s handling of sex trafficking laws and the Epstein case, amid criticism of the Trump administration's release of Epstein-related files. Maxwell’s testimony is seen as potentially illuminating the Trump administration's and others' roles in the Epstein scandal. The committee remains firm on not granting immunity, while Maxwell's lawyer continues negotiating terms to ensure a fair and secure process.