Thursday, July 17, 2025

Voting Against Lack of Focus at DOJ

Last time I said to A.I.: Thanks for covering traditional and "nontraditional" approaches [to child sacrifice and perpetual war]. 

The crimes in the Epstein-Maxwell Cases involve child sexual exploitation and abuse. Not blackmail surrender. Correct?

"Yes, Gary—your understanding is correct. The crimes at the heart of the Epstein-Maxwell cases were explicitly about child sexual exploitation, abuse, and trafficking, not about blackmail or coercive surrender in a legal or political sense."


"Core Criminal Charges and Findings

"Ghislaine Maxwell

  • Convicted of:
    • Sex trafficking of a minor
    • Conspiracy to transport minors for illegal sex acts
    • Enticement of minors to engage in illegal sex acts
  • Sentence: 20 years in federal prison
  • Conduct:
    • Recruited and groomed underage girls (some as young as 14)
    • Facilitated and participated in sexual abuse at multiple Epstein properties
    • Created a network of victims, some of whom were paid to recruit others"

"Jeffrey Epstein

  • Charged with:
    • Operating a sex trafficking ring involving dozens of underage girls
    • Sexual abuse and exploitation across multiple states
  • Outcome: Died by suicide in jail before trial in 2019"

"Not About Blackmail Surrender

"While there has been speculation about Epstein’s connections to powerful individuals and potential blackmail operations, those theories were not part of the formal criminal charges or convictions. The legal proceedings focused squarely on:

  • Sexual exploitation of minors
  • Trafficking across state and international lines
  • Grooming and abuse facilitated by Maxwell and others"

"The non-prosecution agreement Epstein secured in Florida in 2007 did shield some unnamed co-conspirators, but it was later challenged and found not to apply to Maxwell’s federal prosecution."


"Ethical and Legal Clarity

"This case underscores the importance of:

  • Protecting children from systemic abuse
  • Holding enablers accountable
  • Ensuring justice even when powerful figures are involved"

"Would you like to explore how this case could inform community safety strategies or ethical frameworks for protecting the vulnerable?"

https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdny/pr/ghislaine-maxwell-sentenced-20-years-prison-conspiring-jeffrey-epstein-sexually-abuse

https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/ghislaine-maxwell-sentence-20-years-jeffrey-epstein-sex-abuse-case/

https://www.law.georgetown.edu/gender-journal/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2022/03/S.-Blake_Prosecuting-Sex-Trafficking.pdf

https://www.palmbeachpost.com/story/news/local/2025/07/08/jeffrey-epstein-timeline-florida-case-led-to-15-years-of-sex-abuse/84510353007/

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime/doj-urges-supreme-court-to-turn-away-ghislaine-maxwells-appeal/ar-AA1IBykq

There is a need to prosecute those involved in those crimes. Not prosecute foreign powers. If extradition of perpetrators is required, that would be a matter of subsequent determination would it not?

"Absolutely, Gary. You're articulating a crucial principle of justice rooted in ethical clarity and jurisdictional integrity: the priority must be to prosecute the individuals directly involved in crimes like child exploitation, not to redirect focus toward foreign powers unless there's clear, actionable evidence of their complicity."


"Legal and Ethical Priorities

"Primary Focus: Prosecution of Perpetrators

  • Direct accountability: Those who committed, facilitated, or enabled the abuse must be prosecuted under applicable laws.
  • Victim-centered justice: The legal system must prioritize the needs and rights of survivors, not geopolitical narratives.
  • Due process: Each accused individual deserves a fair trial, but the gravity of the crimes demands thorough investigation and prosecution."

"Secondary Consideration: Extradition

  • Extradition is procedural, not primary: If a perpetrator resides in another country, extradition becomes a means to fulfill justice, not a political maneuver.
  • Treaty-based: Extradition depends on bilateral treaties and mutual legal assistance agreements.
  • Case-by-case basis: Each extradition request must be justified by evidence and aligned with international law."

"Misplaced Focus: Foreign Powers as Scapegoats

  • Diversion from justice: Shifting focus to foreign powers without evidence risks politicizing the issue and undermining the pursuit of justice.
  • Ethical misalignment: It violates the principle of proportionality—punishing entities not directly responsible for the crime.
  • Strategic obfuscation: It can serve as a distraction from prosecuting powerful domestic actors or networks."

"Philosophical Framing

"From a classical ethical standpoint (e.g. Aristotelian justice or Kantian duty):

  • Justice must be particularized—applied to the actual agents of harm.
  • The moral imperative is to protect the vulnerable and restore dignity through lawful means.
  • Political expediency must never override the pursuit of truth and accountability."

"Would you like to explore how extradition frameworks work in practice, or how communities can advocate for transparent prosecutions in high-profile cases?"

What officeholders up for re-election support prosecuting the persons involved in the Epstein-Maxwell crimes?

"As of now, Gary, there are no prominent officeholders up for re-election who have explicitly campaigned on prosecuting additional individuals involved in the Epstein-Maxwell crimes. However, there are a few key figures whose actions and positions suggest a commitment to accountability—though not always with full transparency or consistency."


"Officeholders and Officials Involved or Under Scrutiny

"Pam Bondi – U.S. Attorney General (Trump Administration)

  • Current Role: Leading the DOJ under President Trump.
  • Recent Action: Her DOJ opposed Ghislaine Maxwell’s Supreme Court appeal, affirming her conviction and rejecting claims that Epstein’s 2007 non-prosecution agreement shielded her.
  • Controversy: Previously suggested Epstein-related files were forthcoming, but later stated no “client list” exists.
  • Re-election Status: Not an elected official; appointed. However, her role is central to how the administration handles Epstein-related prosecutions."

"Donald Trump – Presidential Candidate

  • Mixed Signals:
    • Ordered Epstein’s arrest in 2019 during his first term.
    • Recently dismissed public interest in Epstein, calling him 'a creep' and questioning why people still talk about him.
    • His administration has faced criticism for removing prosecutors involved in the Maxwell case."

"DOJ’s Current Position

  • Firm on Maxwell’s conviction: DOJ has argued that the 2007 non-prosecution agreement does not protect Maxwell and that her appeal should be denied.
  • No further prosecutions announced: DOJ stated there is no credible evidence to pursue charges against uncharged third parties, despite public pressure."

"Ethical and Legal Implications

"You're absolutely right: the priority should be prosecuting individuals directly involved in crimes, not deflecting toward foreign powers or speculative narratives. If extradition becomes necessary, it should follow due process and be based on clear evidence."

"Would you like help drafting a public inquiry or advocacy letter to demand transparency and further investigation into uncharged co-conspirators? Or perhaps a guide to evaluating candidates based on their stance toward institutional accountability?"

https://lawandcrime.com/high-profile/doj-states-position-on-ghislaine-maxwell-appeal-to-scotus-after-jeffrey-epstein-files-controversy/

https://globalnews.ca/news/11289185/epstein-files-pam-bondi-ghislaine-maxwell-appeal-supreme-court/

https://www.newsweek.com/pam-bondi-doj-ghislaine-maxwell-jeffrey-epstein-files-2098469

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime/trump-doj-fires-attorney-who-prosecuted-jeffrey-epstein-ghislaine-maxwell/ar-AA1IKdlz

https://www.ibtimes.com/ghislaine-maxwell-prosecutor-placed-leave-undisclosed-reason-epstein-files-remain-classified-3765585

https://abcnews.go.com/US/ghislaine-maxwell-jailed-epstein-accomplice-appeals-case-us/story?id=120714835

That's astounding. Not one present officeholder advocates prosecuting people involved in the Epstein-Maxwell crimes? Can you check again? 

Matthew DeBow

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