Donald Trump has publicly discussed the possibility of talking to the Department of Justice regarding a pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell. The issue of pardoning Maxwell has been a recurring topic with Trump, who has been evasive in his responses, claiming ignorance about her situation and crimes each time. During a recent Oval Office session, Trump feigned lack of awareness about Maxwell’s efforts to secure release from prison. He hinted at engaging with the Department of Justice on the matter. Maxwell’s appeal to the Supreme Court was rejected, prompting Trump to express his unfamiliarity with the case and suggest consulting with the DoJ. When pressed further on the rationale for considering clemency for Maxwell, Trump deferred to the DoJ for guidance. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt also avoided direct comments on the issue, stating it was not a topic she had been following closely. In other news, the US Government shutdown continues, while the White House released a controversial video linking the shutdown to illegal immigrants’ healthcare access. The political landscape remains tense, with ongoing debates and challenges between political figures regarding various issues, including military deployment and state governance.