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Krishnamoorthi opposes Maxwell pardon, seeks DOJ probe
He also questioned the Department’s handling of Epstein-related records and the lack of additional prosecutions despite extensive evidence.
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Malvika Choudhary - Wed, 22, Apr 2026
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Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi / IANS
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi warned the Department of Justice against any potential clemency for Ghislaine Maxwell and called for a full, renewed investigation into the sex-trafficking network linked to Jeffrey Epstein.
In the April 22 letter sent to Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, Krishnamoorthi, a senior member of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, criticized reports suggesting the Justice Department may be engaging with efforts to secure a pardon for Maxwell.
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“I am writing to express my disgust at the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) reported willingness to pardon Ghislaine Maxwell,” Krishnamoorthi wrote. “It is unacceptable that DOJ would be engaging at all with such an outrageous request.”
The lawmaker cited remarks by Maxwell’s attorney, David Oscar Markus, who said there was “a good chance” she could receive a pardon.
Krishnamoorthi also raised concerns about the department’s handling of the Epstein files, calling the rollout “widely described as botched.” He said more than 2.5 million records were withheld, redactions were overly broad, and victims’ personal information was exposed, undermining confidence in the investigation.
“Even with access to testimony and documentation detailing the abuse of more than 1,000 women and children, the Department has brought no charges beyond those against Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell,” he wrote.
The letter also questioned the department’s broader investigative approach and its interactions with Maxwell, including a reported meeting and subsequent prison transfer, raising concerns about “judgment and priorities.”
Krishnamoorthi urged immediate action, calling on the Justice Department to reopen and fully resource the investigation.
“You must immediately reopen and fully resource the Department’s investigation into the sex-trafficking operation led by Jeffrey Epstein and pursue all credible leads,” he wrote. “You must also publicly, and repeatedly, refuse to engage with Ghislaine Maxwell on any presidential pardons that would excuse her from serving out her full sentence.”
He added, “Survivors deserve answers, and those responsible must be held accountable. This is not a question of politics–it is a matter of justice.”
The letter requests a written response from the Justice Department by May 5, including whether it plans to continue investigating the broader network and whether additional conspirators could face charges.
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