The Global Story Ghislaine Maxwell, the Epstein Files, and the scandal that won’t go away
Nov 14, 2025
Nada Tawfik, a BBC New York correspondent with extensive coverage of the Epstein-Maxwell case, sheds light on Ghislaine Maxwell's pivotal role in the ongoing scandal. She discusses the recent release of 20,000 documents and their implications for public figures like Donald Trump. Tawfik reveals Maxwell's background, her relationship with Epstein, and the chilling victim testimonies showcasing her involvement in grooming. The conversation dives into the political ramifications of the Epstein files and why the story persists in the public consciousness.
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Emails Rekindle Questions About Who Knew What
- Newly released emails reignited questions about who in Epstein's circle knew what and when.
- A single line from Epstein to Maxwell mentioning 'he knew about the girls' raised fresh scrutiny of Donald Trump.
Competing Document Dumps Fuel The Fire
- Republicans released more than 20,000 pages in response, arguing Democrats cherry-picked material.
- The competing document dumps intensified media scrutiny rather than settling the story.
Privileged Upbringing And Family Scandal
- Ghislaine Maxwell grew up as the favored youngest child of media tycoon Robert Maxwell.
- Her father's fraud and mysterious death left her financially and reputationally adrift before she moved to New York.