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What Ghilane Told the DOJ in Her Epstein Files Interview // Kyle Kulinski
Kyke Kulinski | Trusted Newsmaker
Ghislaine Maxwell’s DOJ Interview
The Department of Justice recently released an interview with convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell, and the contents reveal more about political theater than truth. The timing itself raised eyebrows, arriving just as Donald Trump faced renewed scrutiny over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Observers immediately suspected the interview was designed to create cover for powerful figures rather than expose facts.
Clearing the Powerful—On Cue
In the interview, Maxwell attempted to exonerate both Trump and Bill Clinton, claiming neither man was guilty of wrongdoing and even insisting Clinton had never visited Epstein’s infamous island. She also denied the existence of a client list altogether. These statements directly contradict firsthand testimony and documented evidence, making her denials implausible at best.
Epstein’s Death Recast
Perhaps the most eyebrow-raising claim was Maxwell’s take on Epstein’s death. While conceding he didn’t kill himself, she dismissed the possibility of a larger conspiracy, suggesting instead that it was simply a prison spat gone wrong. Such a narrative conveniently removes responsibility from institutions that failed to monitor one of the most high-profile inmates in modern history.
Denials That Don’t Add Up
Maxwell went further, denying her own role in recruiting underage girls and even rejecting the authenticity of the now-infamous photo of Virginia Giuffre with Prince Andrew and Maxwell herself. These claims collapse under scrutiny — the photo long predates the era of AI-generated fakes, and her own conviction contradicts her blanket denial of involvement in Epstein’s abuse network.
Trump’s Obvious Play
Critics argue Trump orchestrated this interview as a desperate attempt to use Maxwell to clear his name. Already, Maxwell has been moved from a high-security prison to a minimum-security facility likened to a “summer camp,” complete with reports of yoga sessions and relative freedom of movement. Observers see this as part of the quid pro quo: favorable testimony in exchange for leniency.
The Epstein–Trump Nexus
The broader context makes Maxwell’s statements ring hollow. Epstein himself described Trump as his best friend for over a decade, with records showing Trump flew on Epstein’s plane at least seven times. Reports also confirm Trump and Epstein hosted private parties with teenage models at Mar-a-Lago. Maxwell’s DOJ testimony ignores these well-documented connections.
The Broader Cover-Up
Maxwell’s claims aren’t just an attempt to whitewash Trump. They fit a broader pattern of minimizing Epstein’s client network altogether. By asserting there is no “client list” and downplaying evidence, her testimony aids those who benefit from keeping powerful names out of the spotlight. But the record — including testimony from survivors like Virginia Giuffre — tells a very different story.
Why It Matters
The danger of this interview lies not in what Maxwell said, but in how it can be weaponized. Trump can now point to her testimony as “proof” of his innocence, despite its contradictions with evidence. Meanwhile, victims are retraumatized by a narrative that erases their lived experiences and undermines accountability. It’s a move that protects elites, not survivors.
The DOJ’s decision to publish Maxwell’s testimony raises uncomfortable questions. Why amplify the voice of a convicted trafficker known for lying, while sidelining victims and hard evidence? At best, it’s incompetence; at worst, it’s collusion in protecting the powerful. Either way, the takeaway is clear: the Epstein saga is far from over, and justice remains elusive for the victims who matter most.
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