Epstein scandal twist: Maxwell says only she can reveal why Trump and Clinton are ‘innocent’

Ghislaine Maxwell’s attorney, David Markus, claimed on Monday (February 9) that his client alone can explain why President Donald Trump and former President Bill Clinton — both once friendly with Jeffrey Epstein — are “innocent of any wrongdoing.” Markus said Maxwell would be willing to testify publicly, but only if granted clemency by Trump.

“If this Committee and the American public truly want to hear the unfiltered truth about what happened, there is a straightforward path,” Markus said.

“Ms Maxwell alone can explain why, and the public is entitled to that explanation,” he said.

“Ms Maxwell is prepared to speak fully and honestly if granted clemency by President Trump.”

She had been subpoenaed by the House Oversight Committee to testify about her relationship with Epstein and potential co-conspirators.

“As expected, Ghislaine Maxwell took the Fifth and refused to answer any questions,” committee chairman James Comer told reporters. “This is obviously very disappointing.”

“We had many questions to ask about the crimes she and Epstein committed, as well as questions about potential co-conspirators,” he said.

Maxwell was subpoenaed to testify virtually from a Texas prison, where she is currently incarcerated.

Maxwell’s deposition comes amid the Justice Department’s recent release of millions of documents, photographs, and videos related to the Epstein investigation. Authorities have said no new prosecutions are expected.

Trump, who was once a close friend of Epstein, has not been called to testify by the Republican-led committee. He previously resisted the release of Epstein-related records but eventually signed legislation mandating their disclosure after pressure from his own party.