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Melania Trump Hires Lawyers Against Michael Wolff's Lawsuit

1/8/2026

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Melania Trump has hired a legal team to defend against Michael Wolff's lawsuit, who claims she is stifling Epstein inquiries.
The suit is filed under New York's anti-SLAPP laws (Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation), enabling Wolff to subpoena Melania after service.
Wolff has faced difficulty serving Melania, prompting a federal court move with DLA Piper.
U.S. President Donald Trump’s legal team labeled Wolff a 'serial liar'.

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Story summary

Melania Trump has hired a legal team to defend against Michael Wolff's lawsuit, who claims she is stifling Epstein inquiries.
The suit is filed under New York's anti-SLAPP laws (Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation), enabling Wolff to subpoena Melania after service.
Wolff has faced difficulty serving Melania, prompting a federal court move with DLA Piper.
U.S. President Donald Trump’s legal team labeled Wolff a 'serial liar'.