Summary
Melania Trump made a public statement denying any connection to Jeffrey Epstein, the late sex trafficker. She rejected claims linking her to Epstein and called for a congressional hearing for survivors of his crimes to share their stories.
Key Facts
- Melania Trump denied ties to Jeffrey Epstein or knowledge of his crimes.
- She described reports linking her to Epstein as false and damaging to her reputation.
- Melania Trump stated that she and her lawyers have legally challenged these claims.
- She urged Congress to hold hearings allowing Epstein's victims to testify publicly.
- Melania Trump admitted to minor social overlap with Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell but denied any significant relationship.
- No public evidence connects Melania Trump to Epstein's criminal activities.
- A 2000 party photograph shows Melania, Donald Trump, Epstein, and Maxwell together.
- President Donald Trump has also denied knowing about Epstein's crimes and claimed their relationship ended years before Epstein's arrest.
