Ghislaine Maxwell facing new charges in sex crimes case

Sex trafficking charges and another alleged victim were added to a superseding indictment returned Monday in the criminal case against financier Jeffrey Epstein's ex-girlfriend.

• Mar 30, 2021

Concerns over QAnon's impact on politics

QAnon conspiracy theories have taken center stage in recent politics, fueling the insurrection behind the Capitol Hill riot. Critics are concerned that continued misinformation online will lead to more confusion in politics, and more violence. Major Garrett reports.

• Jan 30, 2021

WorldView: Over 50 arrested in massive scam

Police in India said they've arrested more than 50 people who were involved in a massive fraud scheme. Also, an associate of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein was arrested in Paris, and rights groups and assault survivors in Denmark declared victory after the country toughened its rape laws. Finally, hundreds of kidnapped Nigerian schoolboys are free after gunmen attacked the school a week ago, but it's unclear if all the boys have been released. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN AM from London with those stories.

• Dec 18, 2020

Epstein associate's Paris arrest brings alleged victims "tears of joy"

"It has brought it all back again, but they are tears of joy. I hope this time justice will be done," one former model tells CBS News. "I hope he doesn't get away with it."

• Dec 18, 2020

Epstein ex-girlfriend's deposition unsealed

Jeffrey Epstein's former close associate and girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell's 2016 deposition was unsealed Thursday. The deposition was given as part of a civil suit filed by Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre. Mola Lenghi reports.

• Oct 23, 2020

Ex-Jeffrey Epstein girlfriend seeks $28.5 million bail package

Ghislaine Maxwell'a proposal includes armed guards to keep her from fleeing and safe from press and from others she says sent her death threats.

• Dec 15, 2020

DOJ: Ex-prosecutor exercised "poor judgment" in Epstein deal

The review found no "professional misconduct" by U.S. Attorney's Office then led by ex- Labor Secretary.

• Nov 12, 2020

Epstein's ex denied seeing "inappropriate underage activities"

Jeffrey Epstein's ex-girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell repeatedly denied hiring anyone under the age of 18 for him in newly released transcripts.

• Oct 22, 2020

WorldView: Rohingya ruling and more

The United Nations' top court has ordered Myanmar's military to prevent a genocide against the country's Rohingya Muslims. Ghislaine Maxwell, friend of Jeffrey Epstein, has had her phone hacked. And Australia braces for a "bonanza" of spiders after a combination of rain and heat created perfect conditions. CBS News' Ian Lee rounds up the world headlines.

• Jan 23, 2020

For Sale: "Gargantuan" NYC mansion, home to Epstein horrors

The asking price for the property on Manhattan's Upper East Side is as massive as the home itself: $88 million.

• Aug 5, 2020

How to talk about allegations of sex abuse

Charges against Jeffrey Epstein and Harvey Weinstein gained worldwide attention, but some of the ways the allegations are frequently described may do even more harm to the victims. Gen by Medium senior writer Andrea Gonzalez-Ramirez joins CBSN to explain how the media's language serves to undermine the seriousness of the allegations.

• Aug 4, 2020

Ghislaine Maxwell documents unsealed

Hundreds of documents and transcripts from a 2015 defamation lawsuit against British socialite Ghislaine Maxwell have been unsealed by a judge. They detail her alleged role in running a sex trafficking ring with Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joined CBSN to explain what the documents said and how they can be used against Maxwell in court.

• Jul 31, 2020

Court docs reveal 2015 Epstein-Maxwell emails

More than 600 pages of newly unsealed court documents were released late Thursday night, containing new details about Ghislaine Maxwell's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. They come weeks after she pleaded "not guilty" to being part of his alleged sex trafficking ring. Mola Lenghi reports.

• Jul 31, 2020

Twitter takes down QAnon-linked accounts

Twitter is removing thousands of accounts linked to QAnon, a conspiracy theory group that has been spreading disinformation and harassing people online. QAnon followers, often seen at Trump rallies, believe in conspiracy theories about global child sex trafficking and so-called Deep State efforts to take down the president. They recently organized to harass actress and model Chrissy Teigen after linking her, without evidence, to Jeffrey Epstein.

• Jul 22, 2020

Trump comments on Ghislaine Maxwell

At a White House briefing Tuesday, President Trump was asked about his former acquaintance Ghislaine Maxwell, the ex-girlfriend of Jeffrey Epstein, who is now facing charges of sexual abuse. The president said, "I wish her well." CBS News' Natalie Brand joins CBSN with more.

• Jul 22, 2020

Trump on accused sex trafficker Maxwell: "I wish her well"

Maxwell, the former girlfriend of billionaire Jeffrey Epstein, is accused of helping him sexually abuse underage girls.

• Jul 22, 2020

Ghislaine Maxwell pleads not guilty

Ghislaine Maxwell has pleaded not guilty to federal charges accusing her of conspiring with Jeffrey Epstein to sexually abuse underage girls. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins CBSN with the latest developments in the case.

• Jul 14, 2020

Epstein's accusers weigh legal options

After the death of alleged sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, legal questions are focusing on his possible co-conspirators. Also, how much did Twitter play a role in spreading conspiracy theories about his death? CBS News' Marc Liverman reports on the investigation, then CBSN legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe and CNET senior producer Dan Patterson join CBSN's Elaine Quijano for a closer look.

• Aug 12, 2019

Maxwell could "squeal" on "well-known names," Epstein accuser says

Maxwell is facing criminal charges in connection with Epstein and was denied bail this week.

• Jul 16, 2020

Ghislaine Maxwell pleads not guilty, judge denies bail

Maxwell appeared in a video court hearing in New York City.

• Jul 14, 2020

Ghislaine Maxwell expected in court today

Ghislaine Maxwell, who is accused of conspiring with Jeffrey Epstein to sexually abuse underage girls, will appear in federal court in New York City today. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joined CBSN with a closer look at her arrest and a look ahead at the arraignment.

• Jul 14, 2020

Ghislaine Maxwell tried to flee during arrest, prosecutors say

British socialite allegedly ignored the orders of FBI agents during her arrest on sex-trafficking charges.

• Jul 14, 2020

Feds worry Epstein confidant Ghislaine Maxwell is suicide risk

Officials took away her clothes and bedsheets because of fears Maxwell might take her own life after her arrest.

• Jul 10, 2020

Deutsche Bank fined $150 million over Jeffrey Epstein ties

Lender viewed convicted sex offender as "high risk" client, yet still overlooked his many questionable transactions.

• Jul 7, 2020

Epstein's alleged accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell set to be arraigned next week

The woman accused of recruiting and abusing underage girls involved in Jeffrey Epstein's alleged sex trafficking ring is set to face a judge in New York federal court next week. Ghislaine Maxwell was arrested and charged Thursday. Human trafficking expert and author of "Hidden in Plain Sight," Kimberly Mehlman-Orozco, joins CBSN to explain the latest.

• Jul 4, 2020

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