Melania's Epstein Comments Caught Trump Off Guard

First Lady Melania Trump issued a statement denying any links to Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender, including distancing herself and her husband, former President Donald Trump, from him. Her remarks caught many by surprise.

Unexpected Statement

On April 9, Melania Trump publicly declared that she had never been friends with Epstein and criticized those spreading rumors about her association with him. President Trump later indicated he was unaware of his wife's plans to release the statement but supported her claims.

Denouncing Rumors

In her statement, Melania dismissed speculation about meeting her husband through Epstein and rejected claims circulated on social media. She highlighted that she had only crossed paths with Epstein at an event in 2000 where she attended alongside Donald Trump.

No Connection to Crimes

Melania emphasized that her name has not appeared in any legal documents connecting her to Epstein's criminal activities. She stated categorically that she was not involved in Epstein's sex trafficking operations or any other crimes associated with him.

Lending further context, Melania asserted that various false statements about her have continued for years and argued these are aimed at damaging her reputation for personal gain by others.

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