The Daily Beast removed an article alleging that Donald Trump met Melania Trump through Jeffrey Epstein due to a challenge from her attorney regarding the article's headline and framing. The claims originated from Michael Wolff during a podcast, suggesting Trump and Melania met in 1998 through Paolo Zampolli, linked to Epstein. After reviewing the content, The Daily Beast acknowledged the article misrepresented Wolff's comments. The retraction drew attention to Wolff's contentious reputation, impacting the media's response towards The Daily Beast's handling of the claim.
The Daily Beast removed an article claiming Donald Trump met Melania through Jeffrey Epstein after the First Lady's lawyer challenged its headline and framing.
Michael Wolff alleged that Donald and Melania Trump met in 1998 through Paolo Zampolli, who had ties to Epstein and Maxwell.
The Daily Beast spokesperson stated the story was deleted because it did not accurately reflect Wolff's comments made during the podcast.
Reactions to the coverage highlighted skepticism towards Wolff due to past questionable claims, undermining The Daily Beast's credibility.
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