Speaker Johnson Opposes Maxwell Pardon Despite Interest in Epstein Case

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) expressed interest in obtaining information from convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell regarding Jeffrey Epstein but stated he does not support pardoning her. During an appearance on NBC News's Meet the Press, Johnson acknowledged the importance of Maxwell's potential testimony while maintaining that her 20-year sentence was insufficient given the severity of her crimes. The House Oversight Committee, led by Chairman James Comer (R-KY), has subpoenaed Maxwell to testify about her relationship with Epstein.