'I Am Not Epstein's Victim': Melania Trump Sternly Denies Any Connection to Vile Pedo as She Blasts 'False Smears' Against Her From 'Politically Motivated Individuals'
Melania Trump distanced herself from Jeffrey Epstein.
April 9 2026, Published 3:15 p.m. ET
Melania Trump has angrily responded to accusations that she was one of Jeffrey Epstein's victims, RadarOnline.com can report.
The first lady addressed the ongoing controversy in a rare White House address, amid claims the s-- fiend first introduced the then-model to her future husband, Donald.
Melania Trump Claps Back
The first lady attacked accusations about her relationship with the sex fiend.
Melania took matters into her own hands at her fiery announcement on Thursday, April 9, insisting she was never friends with the disgraced financier and convicted s-- offender.
The first lady attacked the "unfounded and baseless lies" and "false smears" that have followed her and Donald, and blamed "politically motivated individuals and entities" who have sought to "gain financially and climb politically" for spreading the rumors.
"I am not Epstein's victim," she slammed. "Epstein did not introduce me to Donald Trump. I met my husband by chance at a New York City party in 1998. This initial encounter with my husband is documented and detailed in my book."
Indeed, Melania recalled in her memoir how she met her husband during New York City's fashion week while at the Kit Kat Club in 1998. Trump walked up to her and a friend despite having "an attractive blonde woman" by his side.
"From the moment our conversation began, I was captivated by his charm and easygoing nature," she wrote. "His intent focus on our interaction made me feel like the center of his world. It was a refreshing departure from the usual superficial small talk, and I found myself drawn to his magnetic energy."
Call for Congress to Act
Melania Trump insisted she never had any criminal connections to Epstein.
Melania demanded that the defamatory statements "must stop," and called on Congress to "provide the women who have been victimized by Epstein with a public hearing specifically centered around the survivors."
Standing in front of two American flags and behind a podium affixed with a version of the presidential seal, Melania stated: "Give these victims their opportunity to testify under oath in front of Congress with the power of sworn testimony.
"Each and every woman should have her day to tell her story in public if she wishes, and then her testimony should be permanently entered into the congressional record.
"Then and only then will we have the truth."
Melania Trump and Ghislaine Maxwell
Melania Trump also clarified her relationship with Ghislaine Maxwell.
Melania also addressed her history with Epstein's lover and madam, Ghislaine Maxwell. As Radar has reported, the first lady once signed off an email to Maxwell with the word "Love."
"To be clear, I never had a relationship with Epstein or his accomplice Maxwell," Melania continued. "My email reply to Maxwell cannot be categorized as anything more than casual correspondence. My polite reply to her email doesn't amount to anything more than a tribal note."
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Sharing the Love
Melania Trump and Ghislaine Maxwell swapped emails while she was still dating Donald.
The exchange took place in 2002, when the then-Melania Knauss was first dating Donald. Melania sent a note praising a New York magazine article about Epstein and complimenting Maxwell, who is now serving a 20-year prison sentence.
"Dear G! How are you? Nice story about JE in NY mag. You look great in the picture," Melania wrote.
She continued warmly: "I know you are very busy flying all over the world. How was Palm Beach? I cannot wait to go down. Give me a call when you are back in NY. Have a great time!" She closed the email with "Love, Melania."
Maxwell responded, addressing Melania as "Sweet pea", but explained her busy travel schedule: "Actually plans changed again and I am now on my way back to NY. I leave again on Fri so I still do not think I have time to see you sadly. I will try and call though. Keep well."
