By John Q. Hosedrinker 
Chris Christie, former federal prosecutor, criticized the Justice Department’s handling of the Ghislaine Maxwell case, specifically questioning the involvement of Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche in the nine-hour interview. Christie found it highly unusual that Blanche, a former personal attorney for the president, conducted the interview without other agents present. He questioned the purpose of the interview and whether the department intended to pursue charges against any potential co-conspirators. This criticism arises amidst speculation about the Epstein case and the alleged connections between Trump and Epstein, sparking accusations of a cover-up.
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Chris Christie says deputy AG interviewing Maxwell was ‘highly unusual,’ and frankly, the sentiment resonates with a good chunk of the population right now. It’s almost comical at this point, isn’t it? The lengths that some people will go to, the audacity of it all, to try and wriggle out of the messes they create. We’re talking about a convicted sex trafficker and rapist, Ghislaine Maxwell, and a deputy Attorney General – Trump’s former personal lawyer, no less – meeting for an interview. Not just a meeting, mind you, but a private one, with no one else present. This is hardly the stuff of everyday legal proceedings. It stinks of something rotten.
It seems pretty obvious why a deputy AG would want to have a private chat with a convicted criminal: to protect a former president from his own actions. That’s the only logical conclusion here. The suggestion that Maxwell might be offered something in exchange for her silence or cooperation is hardly a leap of faith. It’s the obvious trajectory, the well-worn path of corruption and self-preservation. It’s difficult to believe that any other reason could possibly explain this behavior. It’s not just unusual; it’s a potential obstruction of justice, a blatant attempt to manipulate the legal process.
The phrase “highly unusual” feels like a carefully chosen understatement, a polite way of saying “this is absolutely corrupt.” Considering the legal landscape, it’s a bit like being awarded the Understatement of the Year award. It’s the sort of comment you make when you’re trying to be diplomatic, when you want to avoid using the stronger, more accurate terms that spring to mind – like “corrupt” or “collusion.” It’s clear that there is plenty of evidence that should have been a red flag for everyone.
What are they fishing for? Is Maxwell supposed to claim that Trump did nothing wrong? What sort of deal is being hammered out to protect Trump? It is hard not to assume that the goal here is a favorable outcome for Trump. If not, why the need for secrecy? Why the private meeting? Why even bother with a convicted criminal, unless you are trying to control the narrative, manage the damage, and potentially offer something of value in return for her silence or a revisionist account of events? It all smells fishy.
We also need to remember that these are the same folks that closed the beach when Christie was governor. It feels like it’s always been this way. It’s not surprising for this administration, it’s a pattern. Every corrupt action is on brand. It’s an accepted practice, a sign of the times. The GOP is simply looking out for its “favorite child rapist.” It’s a depressing state of affairs when such behavior is no longer shocking, when it’s just another Tuesday in the world of Trump and his enablers.
The entire situation is a reflection of mafia-like behavior, except without the community aspect. There’s nothing but grift and profit-taking. When a figure like Chris Christie questions the validity of a GOP action, it’s a sign that something is seriously wrong. The fact that no one else was present is what makes it so different. “Highly unusual” is the least one could say.
There is a great deal of evidence here that this is nothing more than a thinly veiled attempt to obstruct justice and protect powerful figures, even if they are accused of the most heinous of crimes. This is exactly why the justice department should be thrown out for such an egregious abuse of power. Treasonous acts are on full display, and the response from the relevant authorities seems lacking.
Is there any doubt that Maxwell has damning information? That she has receipts? The fact that this is even happening suggests that she holds a key to the secrets surrounding Trump, Epstein, and others. The possibility of witness tampering is almost guaranteed. It’s a high-stakes game, and everyone involved seems willing to play dirty.
It’s almost like they’re trying to figure out what Maxwell knows about Trump so they can plan on how to deal with it. It appears Trump was neck deep in this sex trafficking ring. The connections between Epstein, Casablancas, and Trump are getting into it. JP Morgan flagged $1 billion in suspicious Epstein transactions.
It’s hard to say what isn’t unusual in this administration. It’s a criminal conspiracy in the open. Any statements Maxwell makes from now on need to be taken with a grain of salt. And the lawyer needs to be disbarred. It’s a deeply unsettling situation, and the fact that it’s even happening is a testament to the perversion of power.