First lady Melania Trump stunned observers on April 9, 2026, when she held an impromptu press conference at the White House to deny any connection to late convicted sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein - and to reject rumors that Epstein introduced her to her husband, President Donald Trump. What Melania Trump Said During Her Rare Public Address "[The rumors] with the disgraceful Jeffrey Epstein need to end today," Melania Trump said in a statement to the press on April 9, 2026. "The individuals lying about me are devoid of ethical standards, humility and respect.