When Ghislaine Maxwell sat down for a rare interrogation last month, few could have predicted that one of the most explosive names to come up would be former President Bill Clinton.
But according to a source close to the situation, that’s exactly what happened during the two-day Department of Justice interview in Tallahassee, Florida.
A Different Story Than Clinton’s Public Claim
Clinton, now 78, has long claimed that his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein was minimal — just a few casual encounters.
But Maxwell, who is currently serving a 20-year sentence for aiding Epstein in the trafficking of young women, painted a very different picture behind closed doors.
Speaking with Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, Maxwell allegedly said she had a far more personal connection with Clinton than he’s let on.
She described a history of flying around the globe with him and Epstein, socializing on a first-name basis, and even developing a friendly relationship with Clinton’s daughter, Chelsea.
Maxwell Claims She and the Clintons Were Close
According to the source, Maxwell made it clear she knew the Clintons well — well enough to say she had received personal gifts from Bill Clinton and had interactions that went far beyond polite small talk.
That claim adds another layer of complexity to Clinton’s attempts to publicly distance himself from the disgraced financier and his inner circle.
It also raises questions about the true extent of Clinton’s involvement with Epstein, especially given the now-infamous “Lolita Express” jet, on which he reportedly flew at least 26 times.
Clinton has denied knowledge of Epstein’s crimes and continues to downplay their relationship.
House Subpoena Targets the Clintons
As if the pressure wasn’t already mounting, both Bill and Hillary Clinton have now been subpoenaed to appear before the House of Representatives in October.
This follows continued scrutiny over the Biden White House’s alleged failure to release documents related to Epstein’s network of powerful acquaintances.
The DOJ’s conversation with Maxwell seems to have only intensified that spotlight.
Maxwell’s Jailhouse Tone Has Shifted
Interestingly, Maxwell’s remarks during her DOJ interview sounded much less affectionate than the words she used in earlier conversations with journalist Daphne Barak.
In a series of recorded jailhouse interviews, Maxwell previously spoke fondly of the Clintons and defended their relationship.
The contrast hasn’t gone unnoticed — and could reflect a shifting strategy.
Some believe Maxwell is now trying to align herself more with former President Donald Trump, who has been openly critical of the Clintons and could potentially hold the key to her future hopes of a pardon.
A Chilly Turn From the Clintons
The same source claimed Maxwell feels particularly betrayed by the Clintons, who quickly distanced themselves from her the moment she was arrested.
In her eyes, their earlier friendship meant little when scandal hit.
Trump, by contrast, never commented much either way — something Maxwell reportedly appreciates.
The Curious Case of the ‘Birthday Book’
Maxwell was also asked about a so-called “birthday book” reportedly created as a gift for Epstein.
According to the Wall Street Journal, the book may have contained a suggestive message allegedly from Trump.
Trump, for his part, has denied writing anything inappropriate and is now suing Rupert Murdoch for $10 billion in a defamation suit.
Maxwell apparently refused to weigh in on the issue unless shown the original book.
Maxwell Fights Against Transcript Release
Meanwhile, there’s a behind-the-scenes battle over whether the transcript of Maxwell’s DOJ interrogation should be made public.
Her legal team argues that any release would be premature — especially since they haven’t been given the chance to review the documents.
They believe a transcript could harm both her reputation and her ability to appeal her conviction.
There are rumors that the Trump camp is considering making those transcripts public, possibly for political advantage.
Damning Visuals and Art Tied to Clinton
Clinton’s alleged closeness to Epstein has always been complicated by photographs and bizarre pieces of evidence.
One now-notorious image shows Clinton getting a neck massage from one of Epstein’s victims, Chauntae Davies, during a stopover on a 2002 trip.
Even more bizarre? A painting discovered in Epstein’s New York mansion depicting Clinton wearing a blue dress eerily similar to Monica Lewinsky’s.
Legal Teams Still Defend Clinton’s Position
Lawyers for Virginia Giuffre — Epstein’s most vocal accuser — have described Clinton as a “key figure” in the world of Epstein and Maxwell.
Still, Clinton’s camp stands by their narrative: that he only flew on Epstein’s plane four times between 2002 and 2003 and that he was unaware of Epstein’s criminal behavior.
In his memoir Citizen: My Life After The White House, Clinton himself wrote, “Even though it allowed me to visit the work of my foundation, traveling on Epstein’s plane was not worth the years of questioning afterward. I wish I had never met him.”