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David James Mulligan

Annie Farmer's former boyfriend, whom she met in 1996 and later told about events at Epstein's New Mexico ranch.

AppearedFederal Criminal Trial
115 lines·4 proceedings·1 mention

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Called by the prosecution on Day 10, Mulligan testified about what Annie Farmer told him while they were dating in high school. He recounted her reported accounts of trips to Thailand, New York, and New Mexico, including a reported New Mexico massage involving Ghislaine Maxwell and later conduct by Jeffrey Epstein.

The court sustained objections to several direct-examination questions, including questions about Farmer's demeanor.

On cross-examination, defense counsel questioned him about memories more than 25 years old, conversations with Farmer, media coverage, and compensation-related matters. Mulligan said he did not follow news about the case, did not recall Farmer discussing other alleged victims or money from the case, and acknowledged speaking with the New York Times after being asked to corroborate a story. On redirect, he said no one had told him what to say and that he was there to tell the truth.

Trial Record (4)

FederalFederal Criminal TrialNov 29, 2021 – Dec 29, 2021Called by prosecution

On Day 10, Mulligan testified about Annie Farmer's reported disclosures to him while they were dating in high school, then answered cross-examination about the age of his memories, media contact, and compensation-related knowledge.

Day 10

DirectAnnie FarmerLara PomerantzMentioned

Summary

Annie described earlier disclosures and interviews, then testified about a $1.5 million victim-compensation-fund award and her lack of a financial stake in the verdict.

Mentioned in this proceeding.

DirectDavid James MulliganLara Pomerantz4highlights79lines spoken

Summary

Mulligan recounted Annie Farmer's reported disclosures about trips and alleged conduct involving Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, including a New Mexico massage.

Highlights (4)

testimony highlightMulligan testified that Annie Farmer told him Jeffrey Epstein paid for her trip to Thailand after they began dating.Open in transcript →
testimony highlightMulligan recounted Annie Farmer's description of going to Jeffrey Epstein's ranch in New Mexico, where she expected other girls but said she was the only girl there with Ghislaine Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein.Open in transcript →
Quote“Yes. She told me that she felt fearful and awkward and helpless.”— David James MulliganMulligan attributed this description of Annie Farmer's reaction to what she told him about the reported massage.Open in transcript →
Quote“She told me that she didn't have the courage to speak up and say anything because she was afraid of jeopardizing any of her sister Maria's opportunities with Jeffrey Epstein.”— David James MulliganMulligan described the reason Annie Farmer reportedly gave for not speaking up after the massage.Open in transcript →
CrossDavid James MulliganBobbi C. Sternheim4highlights29lines spoken

Summary

Defense questioned Mulligan's long-ago recollections, contact with Annie, and media exposure; he acknowledged speaking with the New York Times to corroborate a story.

Highlights (4)

rulingThe Court overruled the prosecution's objections while defense counsel asked whether Annie had discussed contact with other people claiming abuse by Jeffrey Epstein; Mulligan said he did not recall Annie telling him about such contact.Open in transcript →
testimony highlightMulligan said Annie had not discussed possible money from the case with him and that he had not read about the $1.5 million award mentioned in counsel's question.Open in transcript →
Quote“I don't follow anything in the news about this case.”— David James MulliganMulligan described a limit on his media exposure as defense counsel explored possible outside influences on his recollection.Open in transcript →
Quote“I was asked by the New York Times to corroborate a story, yes.”— David James MulliganMulligan acknowledged a media contact after clarifying that he had not spoken to the media about this case.Open in transcript →
RedirectDavid James MulliganLara Pomerantz2highlights7lines spoken

Summary

Mulligan explained why he remembered conversations with Annie and said no one told him what to say.

Highlights (2)

testimony highlightMulligan said Annie's account of New Mexico remained memorable because it led to emotional and formative conversations in their relationship.Open in transcript →
Quote“I would say they were very memorable moments and formative moments in our relationship. They led to very emotional conversations that I remember well to this day.”— David James MulliganMulligan explained why he said he remembered conversations with Annie about New Mexico.Open in transcript →