Melania Trump speech denies ties to Jeffery Epstein, says he didn't introduce her to Donald Trump
April 9, 2026
USA TODAY
First lady Melania Trump said people are "trying to defame my reputation" by pushing "lies" about her and disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, addressing what she said are "false smears" during a press conference at the White House. "I have never had any knowledge of Epstein abuse of his victims," Trump said, adding that wasn't friends with Epstein, never flew on his private plane or visited his private island.
Trump also said the Epstein did not introduce her to her husband, President Donald Trump. 🎥: POOL Sign up for our newsletter for the day's top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/
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