Melania Trump says rumours linking her to Epstein ‘need to stop’

Melania Trump says rumours linking her to Epstein ‘need to stop’

Melania Trump, the First Lady, has dismissed claims of ties to Jeffrey Epstein, stating that any allegations connecting the two should cease immediately. During a recent appearance at the White House, she addressed reporters and asserted that the narratives surrounding her relationship with Epstein were “mean-spirited attempts to defame my reputation.” The remarks came as part of an unexpected move, where she urged Congress to hold hearings for survivors of Epstein’s sex trafficking network.

Surprise Call for Congressional Hearings

Trump emphasized the importance of giving victims a platform, advocating for sworn testimony in front of lawmakers. “Each and every woman should have her day to tell her story in public if she wishes,” she said, adding that their accounts should be “permanently entered into the congressional record.” This push for transparency followed a revelation of a 2002 email exchange between herself and Ghislaine Maxwell, a former associate of Epstein.

Denial of Rumors and Connections

“I have never had any knowledge of Epstein abuse of his victims. I was never involved in any capacity. I was not a participant,” Trump stated, countering online speculation that she was introduced to Donald Trump by Epstein. She labeled such claims as “rumors” that required urgent correction.

While the email was described as “casual correspondence” and a “polite reply,” Trump maintained it held no significant implications. Her comments underscored her insistence on separating her public image from the controversies tied to Epstein’s past.