First lady Melania Trump addressed speculation that she met her husband, President Donald Trump, through late convicted sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein. "[The rumors] with the disgraceful Jeffrey Epstein need to end today," Melania, 55, said in a Thursday, April 9, press conference. "The individuals lying about me are devoid of ethical standards, humility and respect. I do not object to their ignorance but rather I reject their mean-spirited attempts to defame my reputation.