A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that Ghislaine Maxwell should not be granted a Presidential pardon or any form of clemency for her crimes with Jeffrey Epstein relating to the sexual exploitation and abuse of minors.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (29 Jul 2026): Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4311)
What this bill does
S.Res. 608 is a Senate resolution stating the Senate's position that Ghislaine Maxwell should not receive a presidential pardon, commutation, or any other form of executive clemency for her 2021 conviction and 2022 sentencing on federal charges related to the sexual exploitation and trafficking of minors alongside Jeffrey Epstein. The resolution recounts the details of her conviction and 20-year sentence, and declares that clemency in her case would be inconsistent with justice and accountability. It also affirms the Senate's stated support for victims of sexual exploitation and trafficking and its commitment to child protection.
As a simple resolution, it does not carry the force of law, does not bind the President's constitutional pardon power, and creates no new crimes, penalties, or programs. Its practical effect is to place the Senate on record opposing clemency for Maxwell specifically, in the context of public statements by President Trump acknowledging he has not ruled out a pardon for her. It affects no other individuals or policy areas beyond expressing this specific institutional viewpoint.
The resolution was introduced by Senator Jacky Rosen in February 2026, referred to the Judiciary Committee, and was ultimately agreed to by the full Senate on July 29, 2026, by unanimous consent, without amendment and with a preamble. Because it is a simple resolution rather than a bill, it does not go to the House or the President for signature; Senate passage completes the legislative process for this measure, and it has no further procedural steps.
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Timeline
29 Jul 2026
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4311)
Common questions
- What does S.Res. 608 do?
- S.Res. 608 is a Senate resolution stating the Senate's position that Ghislaine Maxwell should not receive a presidential pardon, commutation, or any other form of executive clemency for her 2021 conviction and 2022 sentencing on federal charges related to the sexual exploitation and trafficking of minors alongside Jeffrey Epstein. The resolution recounts the details of her conviction and 20-year sentence, and declares that clemency in her case would be inconsistent with justice and accountability. It also affirms the Senate's stated support for victims of sexual exploitation and trafficking and its commitment to child protection. As a simple resolution, it does not carry the force of law, does not bind the President's constitutional pardon power, and creates no new crimes, penalties, or programs. Its practical effect is to place the Senate on record opposing clemency for Maxwell specifically, in the context of public statements by President Trump acknowledging he has not ruled out a pardon for her. It affects no other individuals or policy areas beyond expressing this specific institutional viewpoint. The resolution was introduced by Senator Jacky Rosen in February 2026, referred to the Judiciary Committee, and was ultimately agreed to by the full Senate on July 29, 2026, by unanimous consent, without amendment and with a preamble. Because it is a simple resolution rather than a bill, it does not go to the House or the President for signature; Senate passage completes the legislative process for this measure, and it has no further procedural steps.
- Has S.Res. 608 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S.Res. 608. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S.Res. 608?
- S.Res. 608 was sponsored by Sen. Rosen, Jacky [D-NV] (D-NV), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S.Res. 608?
- Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4311) (29 Jul 2026).
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