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Will Ghislaine Maxwell get a pardon?

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President Trump has not ruled out a pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell but states he has not considered it. Maxwell's attorney claims she is cooperating without requesting anything in return, and closed-door meetings with officials have fueled speculation. No definitive answer has been given regarding a pardon.

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Closed-door meetings with Ghislaine Maxwell fuels pardon speculation

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  • Ghislaine Maxwell, convicted of conspiracy in the sexual abuse of minors, is serving a 20-year prison term.
  • Deputy U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche has held two closed-door meetings with Maxwell. 26s
  • Maxwell's attorney says she is cooperating freely and has not requested a deal. 1m 22s
  • President Trump has not ruled out a pardon for Maxwell but says he has not considered it. 1m 41s
  • The Justice Department faces criticism over transparency and has not specified when more information will be released. 3m 13s
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Closed-door meetings with Ghislaine Maxwell fuels pardon speculation
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CBS America
19 hours ago
Closed-door meetings with Ghislaine Maxwell fuels pardon speculation

President Trump refused to rule out a pardon for Maxwell, stating he hasn't thought about it but it is within his power.

Closed-door meetings with Ghislaine Maxwell fuels pardon speculation
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CBS America
19 hours ago
Closed-door meetings with Ghislaine Maxwell fuels pardon speculation

A former U.S. pardon attorney suggests there is reason to believe a deal may be sought with Maxwell to resolve political controversy.

Trump asked if he would pardon Ghislaine Maxwell
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CNN
1 day ago
Trump asked if he would pardon Ghislaine Maxwell

Trump says, 'It's something I haven't thought about. It's something I'm allowed to do, but it's something I have not thought about.'

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