- She stated that allegations tying her to Epstein were false and called on those spreading such claims to stop
- Melania did not explain what prompted her remarks or identify specific accusations
- “I was never a victim of Epstein, and he did not introduce me to my husband,” she said
US First Lady Melania Trump on Thursday unexpectedly addressed the public, firmly rejecting claims that she had any connection to Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes or that she had ever been one of his victims.
Speaking briefly on camera at the White House, Eko Hot Blog reports that the 55-year-old issued a rare and strongly worded denial, distancing herself from a controversy that has continued to surround her husband, Donald Trump.
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She stated that allegations tying her to Epstein were false and called on those spreading such claims to stop, criticizing them as lacking integrity and basic respect.
Melania did not explain what prompted her remarks or identify specific accusations, but emphasized that she had no involvement in Epstein’s activities.
Although both she and her husband had previously appeared in photographs alongside Epstein, she clarified that she met Donald Trump independently and not through the disgraced financier.
“I was never a victim of Epstein, and he did not introduce me to my husband,” she said.
She also addressed what she described as misleading images and narratives circulating online, warning the public to be cautious and not to believe fabricated content.
In addition, the first lady encouraged lawmakers to organize hearings where survivors of Epstein’s abuse could publicly share their experiences under oath.
Epstein, a wealthy financier whose case drew global attention, died in custody in 2019 while awaiting trial on charges related to the trafficking and exploitation of minors.
Over the past year, the US Justice Department has released numerous documents tied to the case, some of which included images of Donald and Melania Trump at social events with Epstein and his associate Ghislaine Maxwell.
Melania reiterated that she had no knowledge of Epstein’s crimes, had never participated in any wrongdoing, and had never visited his properties or traveled on his aircraft.
She further stressed that she has never been charged or convicted in connection with any offenses linked to Epstein.
Her sudden statement sparked speculation online about why she chose to speak out now, especially after a relatively quiet period surrounding the scandal.
The timing also followed closely after President Trump announced a ceasefire related to tensions involving Iran and the United States, though no direct connection between the two developments was confirmed.
Known for maintaining a low public profile, Melania Trump seldom makes statements of this nature. Her last public appearance with the president had been earlier in the week at a White House Easter event attended by families and children.
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