Ghislaine Maxwell repeatedly declined to answer questions from lawmakers probing the Jeffrey Epstein network, invoking her constitutional right against self-incrimination during a televised session on Capitol Hill.
Called before a House investigative committee, Maxwell was asked about her knowledge of Epstein’s activities and relationships with high-profile individuals, but she chose not to respond to multiple inquiries. Instead, she asserted her Fifth Amendment protections each time, effectively refraining from providing new testimony about the controversial case.
The exchange marked a notable moment in Congress’s effort to piece together unanswered questions tied to Epstein’s operations, as lawmakers had hoped Maxwell’s account could shed light on aspects of the investigation that remain unclear. Her repeated refusal to answer key questions left committee members expressing frustration over the limited progress made during the hearing.
Maxwell’s decision to invoke her legal rights will now be factored into the broader congressional inquiry, which has included review of documents, flight logs, and other materials linked to Epstein and his associates. Lawmakers said they will continue to pursue all available avenues for information as the investigation progresses.
The session underscored the challenges investigators face when key figures exercise constitutional protections, limiting the ability of oversight bodies to gather firsthand evidence. As the inquiry advances, lawmakers are expected to examine other sources and witnesses while considering how to interpret Maxwell’s silence in the context of their broader review.