Ghislaine Maxwell says Epstein client list does not exist

August 23, 2025

Ghislaine Maxwell, currently serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking and seeking a Supreme Court appeal, told US officials during a July interview that the rumored "client list" of Jeffrey Epstein associates does not exist. During the 300-page transcript, she denied witnessing inappropriate conduct by Donald Trump or Bill Clinton, claimed she did not introduce Prince Andrew to Epstein, and disputed allegations against the Duke of York. Maxwell, who described her relationship with Epstein as beginning in 1991 and evolving into a "friends with benefits" arrangement where she received up to $250,000 annually, is seeking a pardon from President Trump while the White House maintains "no leniency is being given or discussed.

Who is affected

Ghislaine Maxwell, convicted associate of Jeffrey Epstein serving a 20-year sentence
High-profile figures mentioned in the interview including Donald Trump, Bill Clinton, Prince Andrew, Sarah Ferguson, and others named in conspiracy theories
Virginia Giuffre's family, who condemned the Justice Department for interviewing Maxwell
The Trump administration facing pressure for transparency regarding Epstein investigations

What action is being taken

Maxwell is petitioning the US Supreme Court to overturn her conviction
Maxwell is seeking a pardon from President Trump
Maxwell was recently moved from a Florida prison to a low-security prison in Texas
The Justice Department conducted and released the transcript of Maxwell's interview with Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche

Why it matters

The interview addresses persistent conspiracy theories about a supposed "client list" of high-profile Epstein associates
Maxwell's testimony contradicts Prince Andrew's claim that she introduced him to Epstein
The case involves connections to prominent figures including a sitting US president
Republicans have pressured the Trump administration for more transparency around Epstein investigations
Maxwell's statements potentially impact public perception of high-profile individuals mentioned in connection with Epstein

What's next

No explicit next steps stated in the article

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