First lady Melania Trump issued a rare public statement Thursday, addressing her relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. She said she was not friends with the late sex offender and denied any close ties.
Trump also stated that Epstein did not introduce her to her husband, President Donald Trump. Her comments come amid renewed scrutiny of Epstein’s connections and associations.
Samuel Corum was credited for the photograph accompanying the statement.
Jon Ross Myers is the executive editor and publisher of the Mississippi News Network, Mississippi's largest digital only media company. He can be reached at editor@tippahnews.com
