Senate unanimously passes resolution opposing pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell
Summary
The US Senate unanimously passed a resolution opposing any presidential pardon or clemency for Ghislaine Maxwell, who is serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking related to Jeffrey Epstein. The resolution is symbolic and expresses the Senate’s commitment to justice for victims of sexual exploitation and trafficking.Key Facts
- The resolution was introduced by Senator Jacky Rosen, a Democrat from Nevada.
- It states Maxwell should not receive any pardon or clemency from President Donald Trump.
- Senate resolutions like this are non-binding and serve as a formal statement of opinion.
- The vote was unanimous, with Republicans not objecting to the resolution.
- Maxwell is currently serving a 20-year prison sentence for sex trafficking offenses.
- Maxwell has exhausted her legal appeals, with the Supreme Court declining to hear her case in October.
- President Trump previously said he would consider looking into a pardon but made no decision.
- Todd Blanche, the acting attorney general, said he would not recommend pardoning Maxwell.
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