Melania Trump has publicly denied any connection to Jeffrey Epstein, stating she was neither a victim of his nor involved with him in any way. In a recent White House appearance, she said she did not know Epstein personally, was never introduced to her husband by him, and had no involvement in his activities. She also encouraged Congress to hold hearings with victims of Epstein’s crimes.
The article notes that Donald Trump has also long denied close ties to Epstein, though he has acknowledged overlapping social circles in New York and Palm Beach. He later reportedly said he was not aware in advance of Melania’s statement.
More recently, a former associate of Melania Trump, Brazilian model Amanda Ungaro, made a controversial allegation in a recorded message. She claimed that Melania was previously connected to Epstein and suggested—without providing evidence—that Epstein, rather than Paolo Zampolli, introduced her to Donald Trump. Ungaro also described Melania as having been an “escort” for Epstein, a claim presented as part of a disputed version of events about how Melania and Trump met.
The story also references Ungaro’s past involvement in Epstein-related circles, including travel on Epstein’s private jet, and notes her ongoing personal legal disputes with Zampolli. Paolo Zampolli, who has been credited in public narratives with introducing Melania and Donald Trump, strongly rejected the allegations, calling them offensive and suggesting Ungaro needed help.
Overall, the piece centers on conflicting claims: Melania Trump’s firm denial of any Epstein connection versus unverified accusations from a former associate, alongside rebuttals from those named.