Did Melania Trump know Jeffrey Epstein ?

She admits one 2000 event crossing paths but denies friendship or deeper ties. An email to Maxwell signed 'Love, Melania' raises eyebrows, though she calls it casual.

What did Melania say in her White House speech?

She called smears 'false' and 'politically motivated,' denied being a victim or Epstein introducing her to Trump, and urged Congress to hear victims under oath.

Will Epstein files hurt the Trump administration?

Ongoing probes and subpoenas suggest yes — it's a persistent headache amid Capitol Hill scrutiny.

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Melania Trump's 'Love, Melania' Email to Maxwell Fuels Endless Epstein Whispers

One email signed 'Love, Melania' to Ghislaine Maxwell. That's the smoking gun — or casual note? — in the Epstein files that's got everyone talking. First Lady Melania Trump finally hit back Thursday.

Supply Chain Beat Apr 11, 2026 4 min read

Melania Trump at White House podium denying Epstein ties

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Melania denies any friendship with Epstein, claims only one 2000 encounter. 𝕏
Addresses 'Love, Melania' email to Maxwell as 'casual correspondence.' 𝕏
Calls for Epstein victims to testify in Congress; legal team has retracted media stories before. 𝕏

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