Though Maxwell’s history of procuring and grooming victims for Epstein is well documented, the release of these most recent files comes amid Maxwell’s efforts to fight her guilty verdict. Maxwell, who is serving a 20-year prison sentence, has also remained a public relations problem for president Donald Trump.

One woman told investigators in 2019 that Maxwell treated her “like they were sisters” and “like naughty schoolgirls”.

“Maxwell was nice to and seemed interested in her,” a report about the interview recounted.

Maxwell leaned into this playfulness after Epstein started to abuse her. “When Epstein wanted to do something she did not want to do, Maxwell would minimize and say things like, ‘Don’t be silly,’” the report on this victim interview said.

“By the time they get to the sex acts, you have no fight left; they’ve demoralized you,” the victim told authorities.

The accuser “described it as a dysfunctional family” that included Maxwell and Epstein. One time, abuse unfolded when they watching Sex and the City and eating popcorn together.

As the episode neared its end, the victim was massaging Epstein’s feet. He directed Maxwell to disrobe and perform sex acts on the victim.

Maxwell’s representatives did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

  • gdog05@lemmy.world
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    2 months ago

    A woman who coerced and manipulated young girls into sex trafficking had a dark side? Well that’s surprising.