""The false smears about me from mean spirited and politically motivated individuals and entities, looking to cause damage to my good name to gain financially and climb politically must stop.""
""I am not Epstein's victim. Epstein did not introduce me to Donald Trump," she said, adding she first 'crossed paths' with Epstein at an event she attended with Trump in 2000."
""Her legal team typically has taken the lead in combating the rumors, but Thursday's statement signaled that she now feels a need to speak out herself.""
""The first lady called for Epstein's victims to have the opportunity to testify under oath before Congress.""
Melania Trump addressed false rumors linking her to Jeffrey Epstein, asserting she is not his victim and first met him at a 2000 event with Donald Trump. She referred to a casual email correspondence with Ghislaine Maxwell, which was part of released messages. Her legal team has actively combated these rumors, leading to retractions from media outlets. Melania emphasized the need for Epstein's victims to testify under oath before Congress, highlighting her protective stance on her reputation amidst ongoing scrutiny.
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