Melania Trump Denies Epstein Ties, Urges Congressional Hearings
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Washington — First Lady Melania Trump on Thursday read a six-minute statement at the White House denying any relationship with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, calling online accusations 'completely false' and saying she and her attorneys have fought what she described as unfounded and baseless lies.
Washington — First Lady Melania Trump on Thursday read a six-minute statement at the White House denying any relationship with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, calling online accusations 'completely false' and saying she and her attorneys have fought what she described as unfounded and baseless lies.
She urged Congress this week to hold a public hearing allowing survivors to testify under oath and have their testimony entered into the congressional record; the rare address followed recent Justice Department releases of Epstein-related records and was livestreamed for public notice and verification.
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Timeline
- 1. Prior years: Jeffrey Epstein convicted as a sex offender; public scrutiny continued after his death.
- 2. Early April: Justice Department released extensive Epstein-related records, renewing attention.
- 3. April 9: First Lady Melania Trump delivered a six-minute White House address denying ties to Epstein.
- 4. April 9: She publicly called on Congress to hold hearings for survivors and to record testimony.
- 5. Following April 9: Media outlets reported the statement and noted possible congressional responses and public reactions.
Why it matters
This story affects your RIGHTS. The First Lady's call for a congressional hearing could lead to more transparency in high-profile cases. It's a reminder that anyone can be held accountable, no matter their status. Keep an eye on how Congress responds.
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