Melania Trump Denies Epstein Ties, Calls for Congressional Hearings for Victims

Melania Trump is forcefully denying any connection to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, calling recent claims “lies” and urging Congress to take action on behalf of victims.

In a rare public statement, the first lady said she never had a relationship with Epstein or his associate Ghislaine Maxwell, despite occasionally being in the same social circles years ago. She emphasized she had no knowledge of Epstein’s crimes and was never involved in any way.

At the same time, she called on lawmakers to hold public hearings, giving survivors the opportunity to testify under oath and have their stories entered into the official record. The request has drawn bipartisan attention, with some members of Congress expressing support for hearing directly from victims.

Her comments come amid renewed national focus on the Epstein case, which has sparked ongoing debate over accountability and transparency. The statement also contrasts with broader messaging from within the administration, where some officials have suggested the country should move on from the issue.

Melania Trump’s remarks have already reignited discussion around Epstein and the handling of his case, with victim advocates calling for further action from both Congress and the Department of Justice.

While the first lady has largely remained out of the spotlight in recent months, this statement marks one of her most direct and high-profile interventions on a national issue during her time in the White House.

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