Ghislaine Maxwell, the convicted associate of Jeffrey Epstein, is set to appear before the U.S. Congress on February 9, 2026. She will give testimony to the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, which is investigating how the federal government handled the Epstein case.
The deposition will take place virtually and in a closed session. Committee Chairman James Comer, who leads the Republican-led investigation, announced the date in late January.
Maxwell is serving a 20-year federal prison sentence for sex trafficking. She was convicted in 2022 for helping Epstein abuse underage girls. Epstein died in jail in 2019 while awaiting trial.
Lawmakers hope to hear directly from Maxwell about the government’s handling of Epstein files and investigations. The committee has been pushing for her testimony for months, with Democrats also supporting the effort.
However, Maxwell’s lawyers have indicated she will likely plead the Fifth Amendment. This means she may refuse to answer questions to avoid self-incrimination. She previously requested immunity but was denied. Sources say she plans to remain silent during the session.
The testimony comes as Epstein-related files continue to be released publicly. These documents have renewed interest in the case and raised questions about accountability and oversight.
While many hope Maxwell will provide new information, experts suggest her expected silence may limit any revelations. Still, her appearance before Congress marks a significant moment in the ongoing investigation into Epstein and his associates.
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