Maxwell Fights Release of Epstein Grand Jury Records

Ghislaine Maxwell, convicted in 2021 for aiding Jeffrey Epstein in the sexual abuse of minors, is fighting the US government's efforts to unseal grand jury transcripts from her case, citing her pending Supreme Court appeal and potential reputational damage. Her attorneys argue that grand jury secrecy should be maintained, as Maxwell has not had access to the transcripts and her legal avenues are still open. The effort to unseal the materials has grown amid political pressure from former President Trump and his supporters, though the Justice Department maintains that no incriminating Epstein client list exists. Maxwell was recently interviewed in prison by government lawyers, including Deputy US Attorney General Todd Blanche, about Prince Andrew and three other British nationals linked to Epstein. The court is weighing whether to release the grand jury materials, with victims and the public awaiting the decision. The case continues to draw intense public scrutiny due to the involvement of high-profile individuals and ongoing investigations.