The Giuffre family emphasizes the importance of addressing sexual abuse and holding abusers accountable.
The family of the late Virginia Giuffre has voiced their frustration towards President Trump’s recent comments about Jeffrey Epstein. Trump’s statement suggested that Giuffre was ‘stolen’ from her job at his Mar-a-Lago estate, which Giuffre’s family deemed insensitive and incorrect. They emphasized how such remarks undermine the seriousness of her experiences. Virginia, who was an advocate for transparency concerning Epstein’s case, had faced numerous legal battles against him. The family is now calling for clarity about the documents related to her case and the importance of believing survivors of sexual abuse.
The family of Virginia Giuffre, who tragically passed away by suicide at the age of 41 in April, has publicly taken issue with President Trump’s recent remarks concerning Jeffrey Epstein. The comments were made during a statement where Trump mentioned Epstein’s actions at his Mar-a-Lago estate, suggesting that Giuffre was “stolen” from her job there, implying a more casual take on her harrowing experiences.
Virginia’s relatives, particularly her brother Sky Roberts, expressed their disbelief and frustration at the President’s comments. According to Sky, referring to Virginia’s circumstances as being “stolen” is not just inaccurate; it completely disregards the gravity of her situation. He pointed out that Virginia was not stolen, but rather preyed upon at Mar-a-Lago. This commentary struck a chord, highlighting how public figures often fail to grasp the depth and seriousness of abuse.
Before her untimely death, Virginia was a passionate advocate for the release of documents tied to the Epstein case. Her family stresses that she wished for more transparency and wanted the public to understand what had been done to her, alongside other survivors. Family members, including Amanda Roberts, shared that Virginia yearned for her story to be known, which resonated with her commitment to fight against sexual abuse.
Virginia had made serious allegations against Epstein and his close associate, Ghislaine Maxwell. She claimed Maxwell had recruited her while working as a locker room attendant at Mar-a-Lago. Interestingly, although Trump mentioned having banned Epstein from his property for being inappropriate with female employees, he has not faced allegations of wrongdoing regarding his association with Epstein.
The White House has clarified that Trump is not currently considering a pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell, despite earlier hints suggesting he could. This has relieved some within Virginia’s family, who expressed their fears that granting Maxwell clemency would send a harmful message to those who have experienced sexual abuse. Sky Roberts has also labeled Maxwell a “monster,” emphasizing that she deserves prison time and should not be given a platform to negotiate immunity.
Sky has called for clarity on why documents linked to the case remain unreleased and when survivors of sexual abuse will truly be believed. Trump’s comments have reignited discussions on his past connections with Epstein, bringing more attention to how the Epstein case was handled during his time in office.
Virginia Giuffre previously took legal action against Epstein in 2009 under the pseudonym “Jane Doe 102,” making serious claims of sexual exploitation by Epstein and others, including allegations against Prince Andrew, which he firmly denies. Meanwhile, Maxwell is currently serving a long sentence for sex trafficking, with ongoing conversations about her potential cooperation with authorities.
Trump suggested that Giuffre was “stolen” from her job at Mar-a-Lago by Epstein, which Giuffre’s family found insensitive and untrue.
The Giuffre family has stressed that Virginia wanted documents related to her case with Epstein to be released to the public.
Giuffre alleged that Maxwell recruited her while working at Mar-a-Lago, and her family is against the idea of Maxwell receiving any form of clemency.
Giuffre sued Epstein in 2009 under the pseudonym “Jane Doe 102,” accusing him of sexual exploitation.
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