ABC News Daily Will Trump set Ghislaine Maxwell free?
Jul 31, 2025
Jill Wine-Banks, a seasoned Watergate prosecutor and legal analyst, shares her insights on the complex interplay between Donald Trump and Ghislaine Maxwell. They delve into the repercussions of the Epstein files on Trump’s political standing and explore the possibility of a presidential pardon for Maxwell. The discussion raises questions about Trump's motivations and media scrutiny, while also examining Maxwell's interview and the implications of her potential cooperation. The episode navigates tangled legacies and the erosion of accountability in high-profile cases.
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Trump's Epstein Files Dilemma
- Donald Trump has created a problem for himself by promising to release the Epstein files and then not doing so.
- His presence in the files raises suspicions why they are not being made public.
Ghislaine Maxwell's Role and Sentence
- Ghislaine Maxwell was Jeffrey Epstein's accomplice, convicted for procuring and grooming young girls for sexual abuse.
- She is serving a 20-year sentence and is currently appealing her conviction.
Controversy Over Maxwell's Interview
- The interview of Maxwell by the Deputy Attorney General is highly unusual and problematic due to conflict of interest.
- Legal norms protect grand jury materials from disclosure unless prosecution is involved, making the interview suspicious.