Epstein Survivors Accuse Melania Trump of Shifting Burden via Public Hearing Call
More than a dozen survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse have strongly criticized First Lady Melania Trump for calling on Congress to hold public hearings with victims. In a joint statement, the group, which includes the siblings of the late Virginia Giuffre, accused Trump of shifting the burden onto survivors rather than pursuing justice. They argued that survivors have already demonstrated extraordinary courage by coming forward and testifying, and that demanding further public testimony serves as a deflection of responsibility by those in power. This backlash followed Melania Trump’s surprise statement denying any relationship with Epstein or Ghislaine Maxwell and urging congressional action. The survivors contended that her request places them under politicized conditions that protect powerful entities, including the Department of Justice and the Trump administration, which they claim has failed to fully comply with transparency laws. The group also highlighted ongoing issues with withheld files and the exposure of survivors' identities, specifically citing Attorney General Pam Bondi’s refusal to comply with a subpoena. They emphasized that accountability and transparency from government officials are now required, asserting that survivors have fulfilled their part and it is time for authorities to do theirs.
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Epstein Survivors Accuse Melania Trump of Shifting Burden via Public Hearing Call
More than a dozen survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse have strongly criticized First Lady Melania Trump for calling on Congress to hold public hearings with victims. In a joint statement, the group, which includes the siblings of the late Virginia Giuffre, accused Trump of shifting the burden onto survivors rather than pursuing justice. They argued that survivors have already demonstrated extraordinary courage by coming forward and testifying, and that demanding further public testimony serves as a deflection of responsibility by those in power. This backlash followed Melania Trump’s surprise statement denying any relationship with Epstein or Ghislaine Maxwell and urging congressional action. The survivors contended that her request places them under politicized conditions that protect powerful entities, including the Department of Justice and the Trump administration, which they claim has failed to fully comply with transparency laws. The group also highlighted ongoing issues with withheld files and the exposure of survivors' identities, specifically citing Attorney General Pam Bondi’s refusal to comply with a subpoena. They emphasized that accountability and transparency from government officials are now required, asserting that survivors have fulfilled their part and it is time for authorities to do theirs.
The Guardian