Trump’s rumored possible pardon of Ghislaine Maxwell could provoke a political firestorm—even with the MAGA base—thanks to warnings from analysts and controversy over Maxwell’s recent prison transfer, cooperation talks, and perjury history.

Trump’s willingness to consider a Ghislaine Maxwell pardon is causing uproar among sex trafficking survivors and legal experts. This blog unpacks the legal, moral, and political shocks reverberating through both justice advocacy circles and the 2025 political arena. Insights from experts, data, and survivor perspectives highlight what’s at stake for justice and democracy.