Maxwell invokes Fifth Amendment in closed-door Epstein hearing

Ghislaine Maxwell appeared remotely for a brief, closed-door deposition before the House Oversight Committee and invoked the Fifth Amendment, declining to answer questions about Jeffrey Epstein’s trafficking operation. Democrats condemned the silence, while Maxwell’s lawyer said she is prepared to speak if clemency is granted. The session was short, with ongoing expectations that lawmakers will continue reviewing unredacted Epstein files and seek justice for survivors.