First Lady Melania Trump’s Statement

Key Points

• Melania Trump released a statement to deny rumors linking her to Jeffrey Epstein. She says she never had a personal relationship with him or Ghislaine Maxwell and that any past social meetings were brief and common for people living in New York or Palm Beach.
• The statement clarifies that she met Trump at a party in 1998 and was not introduced to him by Epstein. She also stated she never flew on Epstein's plane, visited his private island, or had any knowledge of his crimes.
• She is calling on Congress to hold public hearings so that women who were victims of Epstein can tell their stories under oath. She wants their testimony to be part of the official Congressional Record to ensure the truth is known.
• Melania Trump warned people to be careful about fake images and stories on social media. She noted that her lawyers have already won legal battles against several news organizations and individuals who spread false information about her.

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