Fact-check analysisVerified as of July 25, 2025Curated by FactVerify
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Trump gave Ghislaine a limited immunity.

Ghislaine Maxwell was granted limited immunity by the Department of Justice during meetings that took place under the Trump administration, allowing her to provide testimony without self-incrimination for specific answers.

Ghislaine Maxwell received limited immunity during meetings with deputy attorney general: Sources - ABC News

Ghislaine Maxwell received limited immunity during meetings with deputy attorney general: Sources - ABC News

Source: abcnews.go.com

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Verified July 25, 2025
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The claim that 'Trump gave Ghislaine a limited immunity' can be broken down into two components: first, that Ghislaine Maxwell received limited immunity, and second, that this occurred under the Trump administration. Multiple credible sources report that Ghislaine Maxwell was granted limited immunity during her meetings with the Department of Justice, specifically to protect her from prosecution based on her testimony in those sessions.abcnews.go.comabcnews.go.comGhislaine Maxwell received limited immunity during meetings with deputy attorney...threads.comthreads.com🚨BREAKING: Trump’s DOJ gave Ghislaine Maxwell LIMITED IMMUNITY for her answers...

The timing of these meetings and the involvement of DOJ officials during Trump's presidency supports the assertion that this immunity was granted under his administration. However, the immunity is described as 'limited,' meaning it applies only to her answers in those specific meetings and does not constitute a full pardon or blanket immunity for all potential charges. Some reports also mention ongoing discussions about possible pardons or deals but do not confirm any final decisions.threads.comthreads.com🚨BREAKING: Trump’s DOJ gave Ghislaine Maxwell LIMITED IMMUNITY for her answers...

There is no evidence that Trump personally authorized or directly intervened in granting this immunity; rather, it was a DOJ decision during his tenure. Thus, while the core factual claim is accurate, nuances about the scope and nature of the immunity and Trump's direct role should be noted.

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Ghislaine Maxwell received limited immunity during meetings with deputy attorney...

abcnews.go.com
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🚨BREAKING: Trump’s DOJ gave Ghislaine Maxwell LIMITED IMMUNITY for her answers...

threads.com
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Donald Trump Could Strike ‘Hidden Pardon’ Deal With Ghislaine Maxwell Says Pam...

thedailybeast.com
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