- Melania Trump issued a public statement to distance herself from Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, calling for an end to "lies" linking her to them.
- She clarified that she only "crossed paths" with Epstein briefly in 2000 and urged Congress to hear testimony from Epstein survivors.
- President Donald Trump stated he was not bothered by his wife's remarks, understanding her frustration with rumours, especially one suggesting she met him through Epstein.
- Trump claimed he was unaware of the content of her statement beforehand, a claim disputed by her former chief of staff, Stephanie Grisham.
- The first lady's address, intended to quash speculation, instead reignited public interest and questions surrounding her connection to Epstein.
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