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Lawmakers Urge Denial of Clemency for Ghislaine Maxwell

8/6/2025

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Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Ill.) has taken a stand, introducing a resolution that calls on President Trump and the DOJ to deny clemency for Ghislaine Maxwell, currently serving 20 years for her heinous crimes against minors. With backing from eight fellow Democrats, this bipartisan effort underscores the importance of Maxwell's conviction in delivering justice for her survivors.

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Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Ill.) has taken a stand, introducing a resolution that calls on President Trump and the DOJ to deny clemency for Ghislaine Maxwell, currently serving 20 years for her heinous crimes against minors. With backing from eight fellow Democrats, this bipartisan effort underscores the importance of Maxwell's conviction in delivering justice for her survivors.