First Lady Melania Trump called on Congress to hold a public hearing for survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse, declaring on April 9, 2026, that ‘Epstein was not alone’ and pressing lawmakers to prioritize the victims’ voices. Speaking at the White House, she emphasized the urgency of providing a platform for those affected, marking a significant public stance on the long-running scandal.
In her remarks, Melania Trump also vehemently denied any personal involvement with Epstein, addressing years of circulating rumors and false claims. ‘I am not Epstein’s victim,’ she told reporters. ‘Epstein did not introduce me to Donald Trump, and I was never involved in any capacity.’
She further clarified that her first encounter with Epstein occurred in 2000 at an event alongside President Donald Trump, asserting she had no knowledge of his criminal activities at the time. ‘I have never had any knowledge of Epstein’s abuse of his victims,’ she stated, dismissing fake images and stories linking her to the disgraced financier as ‘completely false.’ Her name, she added, has never appeared in court documents, victim statements, or FBI interviews related to Epstein’s crimes.
Melania Trump also addressed a 2002 email she sent to Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s now-convicted accomplice, referencing a New York magazine profile about Epstein. In the message, she wrote, ‘Dear G! How are you? Nice story about JE in NY mag. You look great on the picture.’ She framed the correspondence as casual, underscoring that it reflected no deeper involvement or awareness of Epstein’s actions.
Her sharp rebuke of what she called ‘mean-spirited attempts to defame my reputation’ came alongside a broader call for accountability. ‘The lies linking me with the disgraceful Jeffrey Epstein need to end today,’ she said, condemning those spreading falsehoods as lacking ethical standards.
President Trump’s past comments about Epstein, including a 2002 quote to New York magazine describing him as a ‘terrific guy’ who enjoyed a vibrant social life, have resurfaced amid ongoing scrutiny of high-profile connections to the late sex offender. Melania Trump’s statement did not address her husband’s prior relationship with Epstein directly but focused instead on clearing her own name.
The First Lady’s push for a congressional hearing adds a new dimension to the Epstein saga, which continues to draw public and political attention nearly seven years after his death in 2019. Her insistence on centering survivors’ stories could pressure lawmakers to act, with potential implications for ongoing investigations into Epstein’s network.
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