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‘Slap in the face to victims’: Attorney for Epstein accusers reacts to Maxwell prison move
MSNBC· 2025-08-02 21:33
Legal & Justice System - Allegations of preferential treatment for Glenn Maxwell are seen as a "slap in the face" to victims, considering her status as a convicted sexual predator and serial liar [2] - The attorney suggests a deal may have been struck where Maxwell agreed to speak with DOJ officials in exchange for a transfer to a nicer facility [3] - The attorney advocates for the release of files and videotapes held by the DOJ, potentially under an executive order, to provide hard evidence and allow public evaluation [5] - Redaction is proposed as a solution to protect victims' identities while releasing information about perpetrators [9][10] - The attorney expresses skepticism about the trustworthiness of Maxwell's statements if interviewed by the president's attorney, suggesting an interview by a victim's advocate under oath would be more effective [11][12] Victim Impact & Advocacy - Some victims do not want the issue to resurface, as it re-traumatizes them after 20 years of dealing with the pain [7] - The attorney states that victims have been failed by multiple administrations regarding the release of relevant materials [8] - The attorney notes that neither they nor the victims they represent have been contacted by the DOJ or Department of Prisons to assess their thoughts on the issue [11]