Ghislaine Maxwell, the convicted associate of Jeffrey Epstein, has come forward with a surprising defense of President Donald Trump.
The Daily Caller reported that in a recently released transcript from the Department of Justice, Maxwell firmly denies ever witnessing any improper behavior between Trump and the late Epstein, painting a picture of mere social camaraderie.
Let’s rewind to 1991, when Maxwell first crossed paths with Trump at his New York office in Madison Square Garden.
She recalls a casual meeting over tea, even noting a quirky detail like a ketchup stain on his tie. It’s a mundane memory, but one that sets the stage for her long-standing acquaintance with the man who’d later become president.
Maxwell’s father, a prominent figure in his own right, was also quite fond of Trump, according to her account. This familial connection added a layer of familiarity to her interactions with him over the years.
Fast forward to the darker chapters of her life, tied to Epstein, a man whose name became synonymous with scandal and tragedy.
Epstein, who passed away in a New York jail cell in 2019, was linked to Maxwell for decades, a relationship that ultimately led to her 20-year prison sentence in 2022 for her role in his horrific crimes.
Yet, amidst this grim backdrop, Maxwell’s comments about Trump remain strikingly positive. She insists their interactions, even in Epstein’s orbit, were nothing but cordial. “In the times that I was with him, he was a gentleman in all respects,” she declared, a statement that raises eyebrows given her own tainted credibility.
Let’s unpack that quote for a moment. A “gentleman in all respects” from someone convicted of enabling unspeakable acts? It’s hard not to question the weight of her words, though they do align with a narrative of Trump keeping his distance from Epstein’s depravity.
Maxwell doubles down, explicitly stating she never saw Trump in any compromising situation. “I actually never saw the President in any type of massage setting,” she said. That’s a direct rebuttal to the whispers and rumors that have long swirled around Epstein’s circle.
She goes further, emphasizing, “I never witnessed the President in any inappropriate setting in any way.” It’s a blanket defense, and while skeptics might scoff at her reliability, it’s a statement now on the public record.
The interview itself, conducted by U.S. attorneys on July 24, 2025, came at the behest of a push for clarity on Epstein’s network. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche announced two days prior that this conversation was part of fulfilling Trump’s desire to uncover “all credible evidence” related to Epstein’s activities.
Blanche assured the public of full transparency with the release of the transcript on August 22, 2025. “Except for the names of victims, every word is included,” he stated. It’s a bold claim, meant to silence critics who might suspect selective editing in today’s hyper-partisan climate.
Maxwell described the dynamic between Trump and Epstein as nothing more than friendly banter in social settings. No lurid tales, no hidden scandals—just casual acquaintance. But in a world where Epstein’s shadow looms large, even casual ties can fuel endless speculation.
Maxwell's conviction for grooming vulnerable young women taints any attempt at character witness credibility. Yet, her consistent denial of Trump’s involvement in Epstein’s world can’t be dismissed outright, especially when documented by the DOJ.
Critics on the progressive side might argue this is a distraction, a way to sanitize Trump’s image while ignoring broader questions about elite networks. Fair enough, but without concrete evidence tying Trump to Epstein’s crimes, such arguments remain speculative at best.