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Ghislaine Maxwell's prison emails show she is 'happier' at minimum-security Texas facility
NBC News· 2025-11-09 00:35
Glain Maxwell in her own words describing life in her new prison home. I feel like I have dropped through Alice in Wonderland's looking glass. She writes a federal prison camp Brian according to emails she sent to friends and family reviewed by NBC News.I am much much happier here. She writes Maxwell is serving a 20-year sentence for recruiting minors to be sexually abused by Jeffrey Epstein. The emails obtained by the House Judiciary Committee investigating allegations of special treatment written by Maxwe ...
Anything short of releasing entire Epstein files is 'suspicious': Attorney for accusers
MSNBC· 2025-08-25 15:18
For more on all of this, let's bring in NBC News Capitol Hill correspondent Melanie Zenona. And that's not Melanie. This is Eric Fidali, partner and managing attorney at the Bloom Firm representing a number of Epstein accusers.And there's Melanie. Let me start with you, my friend. Let's talk more about the Maxwell transcript in a moment, but the next shoe to drop could come from the House Oversight Committee.So, what are you learning about those files the DOJ turned over. Well, frankly, Anna, we're not lear ...
'A climate of terror': Rep. Ayanna Pressley on National Guard troops in D.C. now carrying firearms
MSNBC· 2025-08-25 13:42
Political & Social Issues - National Guard troops armed in Washington DC, raising concerns about potential federal overreach and intimidation tactics, particularly targeting cities run by Black mayors and sanctuary cities [1][3][4] - Allegations of President Trump using the situation as a distraction from his shortcomings, including the Epstein files controversy [2][8] - Concerns raised about the militarization of DC and its potential impact on Black communities, drawing parallels to "stop and frisk" policies [10][11] - The administration is accused of authoritarianism and using the situation for control rather than public safety [5][12] Epstein Files & Justice for Survivors - House Oversight Committee alleges the Justice Department's release of Epstein files is incomplete and lacks transparency [2][13] - Calls for a congressional hearing to center the survivors' stories and fully investigate the Epstein case, including identifying enablers and holding them accountable [16][18][19][20] - Allegations that Republicans are shielding and protecting predators, hindering justice for survivors [20] - Frustration over the slow pace of document release and concerns about cherry-picking information, with only approximately 1,000 pages of new information (related to flight plans) out of 33,000 pages being reviewed [22][23] - The delay in releasing unredacted files (except for victims' names) by the 19th is seen as a violation of a congressional subpoena [25] - Emphasis on the need for transparency, justice, and healing for survivors of sexual abuse and trafficking [21][24][27]
‘If you are critical of Trump admin, they will get to you’: Dem Rep.
MSNBC· 2025-08-22 17:40
We are continuing our coverage of the FBI search at the home and office of President Trump's former national security adviser John Bolton, which a source told NBC News is part of a quote national security investigation in search of classified records. Vice President JD Vance took to X and reposted FBI Director Cash Patel's message that read quote, "No one is above the law. FBI agents on a mission." Let's bring in Democratic Congressman Eric Swallwell from California, a member of the House Judiciary and Home ...
'Slap in the face to victims': Reaction to Maxwell prison transfer
MSNBC· 2025-08-06 14:51
Legal & Justice System Irregularities - The meeting involving the Vice President and DOJ officials regarding the Epstein case is unusual, particularly if discussing strategy related to a DOJ case with the White House [1][2] - The interview of Ghislaine Maxwell by the deputy attorney general is highly irregular, and the existence of an audio recording is even more atypical due to potential disclosure obligations [3][4][5] - Concerns exist regarding Ghislaine Maxwell being given an unchallenged platform to speak, potentially revictimizing the victims [8][9][10][13] Victims' Rights & Representation - Victims continue to be neglected and ignored in the handling of the Epstein case [15] - There is a lack of representation for the victims in discussions and strategy regarding the Epstein files [12][15] - Victims deserve closure through the release of the Epstein files [17] Prison Transfer Controversy - Ghislaine Maxwell's transfer to a cushier prison camp is considered a travesty of justice and a revictimization of the victims [14][28] - The transfer is unusual because individuals with a sex offense public safety factor are typically not eligible for low-security facilities without a waiver [19][20][21] - Bureau of Prison officials are expressing outrage over the transfer, with some noting that sex offenders are not typically allowed at the camp [25] - The prison camp's security is questionable, raising concerns about Ghislaine Maxwell's safety [21][22][23][24]
Speaker Johnson says all 'credible' Epstein files should be released: Full interview
NBC News· 2025-07-27 17:30
Welcome back. Joining me now is House Speaker Mike Johnson of Louisiana. Speaker Johnson, welcome back to Meet the Press.Great to be with you. Well, it is great to have you. You just heard my conversation with Congressman Massie, Congressman Kana.So, let me start off with this question. Why did you adjourn the House early. and does it run the risk of feeding the perception that there's something to hide in the Epstein matter.Uh, look, these are all important questions. Let me be absolutely clear as we have ...
Reports say DOJ told Trump: YOU'RE IN THE EPSTEIN FILES
MSNBC· 2025-07-24 03:54
So in the house there is a subcommittee on federal law enforcement. It's a part of the oversight committee and it's one of the many congressional commi subcommittees you may have never heard of and as the name suggests their job is to oversee federal law enforcement. That's what they do.One of the interesting things about the committee is that its Republican members are a murderers row of sorts of complete and utter MAGA fanatics. I mean, this must be a committee that Trump's most loyal supporters in Congre ...