Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse have criticised Melania Trump after the first lady made a surprise public statement calling for a public hearing for survivors.
The response from a group of those affected was sharply worded. They said they have already “done their part” and accused Melania Trump of shifting the burden onto victims rather than focusing on those in power who should be answering questions.
In their remarks, the survivors reiterated calls for Pam Bondi to be questioned. The Guardian’s live coverage noted that the group saw the first lady’s intervention as placing pressure on survivors instead of addressing the broader issue of accountability.
The exchange adds another layer to the continuing political fallout surrounding the Epstein case, which has remained a prominent subject in US politics. The survivors’ criticism came after Melania Trump’s statement, which was presented as a call for a public hearing, but was met with immediate pushback from the group.
Earlier in the live update, Donald Trump also posted a cryptic message on Truth Social. He wrote: “WORLD’S MOST POWERFUL RESET!!!” The post appeared to refer to upcoming negotiations in Islamabad, though the meaning remained unclear.
The live report also pointed readers to further coverage through the Breaking News US email. As the day’s political updates continued, both the Epstein-related dispute and Trump’s social media message drew attention amid a busy news cycle.
