| Apr 11, 2026, 04:54:24 PM
A surprise White House appearance by Melania Trump has triggered a major political controversy after she firmly denied any ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The 55-year-old rejected allegations of any involvement or knowledge of his crimes, calling the claims false and dismissing online speculation. However, the statement has intensified scrutiny after veteran journalist Michael Wolff alleged that Epstein introduced Melania to Donald Trump. While Melania did not directly name Wolff in her remarks, he later responded in a video, escalating the dispute and fueling fresh debate in Washington.
