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Melania Trump delivers statement at White House denying ties to Epstein and knowledge of his crimes

Apr 9, 2026, 11:44 AM

First lady Melania Trump speaks to reporters Thursday, April 9, 2026, in the Grand Foyer of the Whi...

First lady Melania Trump speaks to reporters Thursday, April 9, 2026, in the Grand Foyer of the White House in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
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WASHINGTON (AP) — First lady Melania Trump has delivered a statement at White House denying ties to Jeffrey Epstein and knowledge of his crimes and called for a congressional hearing for survivors.

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Latino voters helped put Trump back in the White House. What’s their next move?

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Melania Trump delivers statement at White House denying ties to Epstein and knowledge of his crimes