Epstein survivors criticise Melania Trump after surprise statement US politics live
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Epstein survivors criticise Melania Trump after surprise statement  US politics live
"We've been trying to understand why she made it today, if there was something that she is reacting to that might already be in the news that has upset her, or if there's a story that's yet to come out, that's about to drop that she wanted to get ahead of."
"It's unclear why the first lady chose to hold the press event at a time when the White House is trying to move on from the Epstein saga that has been a drag on her husband's second term."
"Melania Trump has been accused of shifting the burden onto sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's survivors after her extraordinary statement at the White House."
Melania Trump issued a surprising statement denying any relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, leading to confusion among media and political commentators. Questions arose regarding her motivations and whether Donald Trump was aware of her decision. Reporters, including those from Fox News, expressed bafflement over the timing of her statement, especially as the White House sought to move past the Epstein controversy. Additionally, survivors of Epstein's abuse criticized her for seemingly shifting the burden onto them, further complicating the narrative surrounding her remarks.
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