First Lady Melania Trump said people are trying to "defame" her reputation by pushing "lies" about her and disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, addressing what she said are "false smears" during a press conference at the White House on Thursday.

First ⁠lady Melania ⁠Trump on Thursday denied ​ever having a relationship with ‌disgraced financier Jeffrey ‌Epstein and ⁠said ⁠the claims about it are defaming her. "The ​lies linking me with the disgraceful Jeffrey Epstein need ​to end today,

Melania Trump denied any ties to Jeffrey Epstein, called the claims false and urged Congress to hold public hearings for survivors.

First lady Melania Trump shreds those 'lying' about her and calls out 'smears' about alleged ties to Epstein.

First lady Melania Trump denies any ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, and calls for a congressional hearing focusing on the survivors of Epstein's abuse.

First Lady Melania Trump addressed the nation on Thursday afternoon to deny a friendship of any kind, with deceased sex predator Jeffrey Epstein.

First lady Melania Trump has delivered a statement at White House denying ties to Jeffrey Epstein and knowledge of his crimes. She has also called for a congressional hearing for Epstein survivors.

First lady Melania Trump addressed the 'lies' linking her to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein during a statement delivered from the White House on Thursday afternoon.