Melania Trump Denies Ties to Jeffrey Epstein, Survivors Criticize Statement as Diversion

Melania Trump delivered a prepared statement from the White House Grand Foyer, denying any ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

She stated she was never a victim of the convicted sex offender, had no knowledge of his crimes, and rejected claims that Epstein introduced her to President Donald Trump. Trump described Epstein as disgraceful and called for Congress to allow Epstein victims to submit testimonies into the official record. " Trump characterized the email as casual.

Both Trump and President Trump have denied any wrongdoing related to Epstein's crimes.

“The lies linking me with the disgraceful Jeffrey Epstein need to end today. The individuals lying about me are devoid of ethical standards, humility and respect.”

survivors issued a statement criticizing Melania Trump's remarks. They argued the statement diverts attention from handling of Epstein files and the exposure of survivors' identities. The survivors noted they have demonstrated courage by filing reports and providing testimony.

The group accused the statement of shifting the burden onto survivors under politicized conditions involving the Department of Justice, law enforcement, prosecutors, and the Trump Administration. They stated that the administration has not fully complied with transparency requirements regarding Epstein files.

The survivors emphasized that failures continue to put lives at risk while shielding enablers. Officials were subpoenaed to appear before a congressional committee for a deposition related to the Epstein investigation. Officials informed committee leadership that the former official, no longer in the administration, cannot testify in an official capacity and is not obligated to appear.