Jailed associate of Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, has told U.S. authorities that she never observed any inappropriate behavior by former President Donald Trump or ex-President Bill Clinton.
Maxwell’s Prison Interview
Maxwell was interviewed in July 2025 by Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche while in prison. According to the released transcript, she stated that a widely discussed Epstein “client list” does not exist.
She also dismissed claims about Prince Andrew having sexual relations with an underage girl at her home, calling them “mind-blowingly not conceivable.”
Seeking Presidential Pardon
Maxwell is currently serving a 20-year sentence for her role in Epstein’s sex-trafficking scheme. She has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn her conviction and has expressed willingness to accept a presidential pardon from Trump.
The White House has stated that no leniency is being considered. Trump maintains he fell out with Epstein in 2004 and has criticized political opponents for using the case against him.
Statements About Trump
In the transcript, Maxwell clarified:
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She saw Trump and Epstein as friendly in social settings, but not close friends.
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“I never saw the president in any type of massage setting,” a reference to allegations by Epstein victims.
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Trump was always “a gentleman in all respects” in her presence.
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Maxwell denied recalling a 2003 50th birthday note Trump allegedly sent Epstein.
Debunking the “Client List”
Maxwell addressed the rumored high-profile Epstein associates, including:
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Bill Gates
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Elon Musk
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Kevin Spacey
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Naomi Campbell
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Prince Andrew
She categorically denied introducing them to Epstein and confirmed “there is no list”, countering conspiracy theories about a hidden network.
Prince Andrew and Royal Connections
Maxwell said she did not introduce Prince Andrew to Epstein, contrary to previous claims. She suggested that Duchess Sarah Ferguson played that role.
Regarding allegations against the Duke of York and a photo involving an unnamed woman, Maxwell stated that the claims were false and the photo manipulated.
Relationship with Epstein
Maxwell described her own history with Epstein:
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She first befriended him in 1991.
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Maintained a sexual relationship initially, followed by financial arrangements until 2009, earning up to $250,000 per year.
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After 2010, their relationship was minimal until Epstein’s death in 2019.
Maxwell dismissed claims of Epstein being murdered, calling them “ludicrous.” She stated that he would have been an easy target if someone wanted to silence him.
Key Takeaways
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Maxwell denies witnessing Trump or Clinton misconduct.
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There is no evidence of a secret “client list”.
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She disputes claims linking her to Prince Andrew’s alleged misconduct.
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Maxwell continues to seek legal remedies and possibly a pardon.
