Epstein survivors have criticised Melania Trump after the first lady made a surprise call for a public hearing. A group of those affected said they had already “done their part” and restated their demand that Pam Bondi be questioned instead.
The response adds another layer to an already politically charged discussion around the handling of the Epstein case and the public pressure surrounding it. The survivors’ statement made clear that, in their view, the focus should remain on accountability for officials they want questioned.
In the wider US politics live coverage, Donald Trump also drew attention on Truth Social with a brief and cryptic message posted on Friday morning. The post appeared to refer to the upcoming negotiations in Islamabad, although the meaning of the message was not immediately clear.
Trump wrote: “WORLD’S MOST POWERFUL RESET!!!”
The comment offered no further explanation, leaving readers and political observers to interpret whether it was aimed at the planned talks or some broader political message. As with many of Trump’s posts, the wording was striking but sparse, adding to the uncertainty around its intended reference.
The developments come amid continuing scrutiny of both the Epstein-related debate and Trump’s public messaging as the latest round of political updates unfolds. The survivors’ criticism of Melania Trump underscores how sensitive the issue remains for those directly affected, while Trump’s post once again shows how his social media remarks can set off widespread speculation.
More updates are expected as the day’s US politics coverage continues.
