Ghislaine Maxwell Refuses to Answer Questions About Epstein in US Congressional Hearing

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Ghislaine Maxwell, the convicted associate of Jeffrey Epstein, refused to answer questions during a US House Oversight Committee deposition, repeatedly invoking her Fifth Amendment right to remain silent while testifying from a Texas prison.

Maxwell Invokes Right to Silence

Ghislaine Maxwell declined to respond to questions from the US House Oversight Committee during a closed-door congressional deposition conducted virtually from a Texas federal prison, where she is serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking.

According to lawmakers, Maxwell repeatedly invoked the Fifth Amendment, which protects individuals from self-incrimination.

Closed-Door Virtual Deposition

The session was conducted remotely rather than in person due to Maxwell’s incarceration. Lawmakers had planned to question her about Jeffrey Epstein’s criminal network, alleged abuses, and possible co-conspirators.

Committee members said Maxwell refused to provide substantive answers throughout the deposition.

Committee Reaction

Republican Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer said Maxwell’s refusal was anticipated but still frustrating for investigators.

“As expected, she pleaded the Fifth Amendment,” Comer said after the session. “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.”

Background

Maxwell was convicted for her role in recruiting and trafficking underage girls for Jeffrey Epstein and is currently serving a 20-year prison sentence. Epstein died in jail in 2019 while awaiting trial on federal sex trafficking charges.

Lawmakers have continued investigating the broader network surrounding Epstein and Maxwell, including whether additional individuals were involved.

Why This Matters

The deposition was part of ongoing congressional efforts to uncover more details about Epstein’s network and accountability. Maxwell’s refusal to testify limits immediate disclosures but does not end congressional or legal inquiries.



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