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Trump May Consider Pardoning Ghislaine Maxwell, Lawyer Says

4/18/2026

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Ghislaine Maxwell's attorney says there is a good chance U.S. President Donald Trump may pardon her.
He describes Maxwell as a scapegoat, stating she desires clemency but believes now is not right.
Trump has not ruled out clemency and would consult the DOJ.
Maxwell is serving a 20-year sentence and has offered to provide information in exchange for clemency.

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Ghislaine Maxwell's attorney says there is a good chance U.S. President Donald Trump may pardon her.
He describes Maxwell as a scapegoat, stating she desires clemency but believes now is not right.
Trump has not ruled out clemency and would consult the DOJ.
Maxwell is serving a 20-year sentence and has offered to provide information in exchange for clemency.