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Melania Trump’s Memoir Sparks Epstein Controversy and Questions

8/21/2025

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Melania Trump recounted her first meeting with Donald Trump at a 1998 Fashion Week party, expressing initial skepticism.
On July 18, 2025, she released excerpts from her memoir, addressing rumors about her connection to Jeffrey Epstein.
House Oversight Committee members questioned Bill Barr about Epstein's files, with Democrats highlighting Trump's potential links.
Rep. Robert Garcia stated Barr's testimony did not clear Trump, noting ongoing evidence against him.

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Melania Trump recounted her first meeting with Donald Trump at a 1998 Fashion Week party, expressing initial skepticism.
On July 18, 2025, she released excerpts from her memoir, addressing rumors about her connection to Jeffrey Epstein.
House Oversight Committee members questioned Bill Barr about Epstein's files, with Democrats highlighting Trump's potential links.
Rep. Robert Garcia stated Barr's testimony did not clear Trump, noting ongoing evidence against him.