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Congress to Hear Epstein Victims After Melania Trump's Call

4/11/2026

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House Oversight Chairman James Comer confirmed plans for congressional hearings with victims of Jeffrey Epstein after First Lady Melania Trump called for public testimony.
Comer said some Epstein victims are willing to testify and he is in ongoing contact with Epstein's victims' attorneys.
Hearings will occur after depositions of high-profile individuals are completed.
Melania Trump denied any significant ties to Epstein, despite friendly emails with Ghislaine Maxwell.

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House Oversight Chairman James Comer confirmed plans for congressional hearings with victims of Jeffrey Epstein after First Lady Melania Trump called for public testimony.
Comer said some Epstein victims are willing to testify and he is in ongoing contact with Epstein's victims' attorneys.
Hearings will occur after depositions of high-profile individuals are completed.
Melania Trump denied any significant ties to Epstein, despite friendly emails with Ghislaine Maxwell.