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Melania Trump's Father Linked to Smuggling Allegations

4/3/2025

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Melania Trump's father, Viktor Knavs, has surfaced in Slovenia's UDBA secret police archives, raising eyebrows with ties to alleged smuggling and tax evasion. While he faces no charges, questions linger about his immigration status in the U.S. His lawyers firmly state he was never under investigation, highlighting his commitment to lawful citizenship.

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Melania Trump's father, Viktor Knavs, has surfaced in Slovenia's UDBA secret police archives, raising eyebrows with ties to alleged smuggling and tax evasion. While he faces no charges, questions linger about his immigration status in the U.S. His lawyers firmly state he was never under investigation, highlighting his commitment to lawful citizenship.