Kennedy publicly asserts links to Epstein as Maxwell's trial commences for her appeals
Ghislaine Maxwell's appeal for her 2021 sex trafficking conviction begins today, March 12, 2024. Maxwell, a former associate of the disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, was sentenced to 20 years in prison for her role in the sex trafficking ring.
Maxwell's legal team has tried to portray her as an unassuming and unwilling participant in Epstein's crimes. However, this narrative has been met with scepticism, given the numerous victim testimonies outlining how Maxwell acted as an enabler for Epstein, luring vulnerable girls and young women into his orbit to be trafficked and exploited.
Maxwell's lawyers will also claim that she was prosecuted as a "proxy" for Epstein to satisfy public outrage after his death. They will argue that the testimonies of the four victims who testified against her have "faded, distorted, and motivated memories."
In a jailhouse interview, Maxwell showed no remorse or sympathy for the victims. She has consistently denied involvement in Epstein's sex trafficking ring. Notably, Maxwell disputes the authenticity of a photo involving Virginia Guiffre and Prince Andrew, claiming it is a fake and there is no original. She also does not recall an encounter at a private nightclub with Virginia Guiffre or wearing the outfit described in the encounter.
Flight logs have resurfaced, revealing names of people who took trips on Epstein's private jet. Among these names are former president Donald Trump, presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr, and an individual referred to as "Andy." The "mysterious man" appearing in Epstein's flight logs is often referred to as "Bill Gates," but there is no confirmed identity publicly disclosed.
The unsealing of Jeffrey Epstein court documents has brought more light to the case. These documents have revealed numerous claims from Maxwell and her team that the convictions should be overturned due to the alleged impartiality of the jury.
However, the jury's integrity came into question when Juror 50, a member of the jury, falsely denied having ever been a victim of sexual abuse. This revelation has raised concerns about the fairness of the trial.
Kennedy Jr, a close associate of Epstein, has defended his connections with the disgraced financier by mentioning he has encountered numerous controversial figures in New York, including Harvey Weinstein, Roger Ailes, O.J. Simpson, and Bill Cosby.
As the appeal process begins, the public awaits the outcome, with nearly 200 names set to be released from Epstein's flight logs, potentially causing more controversy.
