What happened: Melania Trump publicly stated from the White House that she never had any relationship with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Why it matters:
- Clarifies public speculation about her connections to Epstein.
- Impacts public perception of the former First Lady amid ongoing Epstein-related controversies.
MNN Take: Melania Trump's statement aims to address and dispel rumours linking her to Epstein, providing her side directly to the public.
Sources: BBC US & Canada