From Newsweek:
Attorney General Pamela Bondi shared a statement regarding federal prosecutors contacting Ghislaine Maxwell, potentially opening a new chapter in the investigation surrounding Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes. The Department of Justice says it remains committed to pursuing justice wherever the facts lead, despite reaffirming earlier conclusions that no charges can be brought against unindicted third parties.
What to Know:
- Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche confirmed outreach to Maxwell’s counsel to discuss a potential meeting in a statement Bondi shared on X on his behalf.
- The July 6 DOJ–FBI memo stated no credible evidence supports charging unindicted individuals in the Epstein case.
- Bondi’s directive marks the first time Maxwell has been formally asked to meet with government prosecutors.
- President Trump has ordered the DOJ to release any credible evidence related to Epstein’s criminal network.
- The DOJ says it is prepared to hear any information Maxwell may offer about others who may have committed crimes.