Judge Tosses Wolff Suit, Clearing Path For $1B Melania Claim

In the interview that formed the basis for the retracted piece, Wolff said he reported that the first lady was “behind the scenes” dealing with the situation at the White House, but was not involved criminally

Republican Rep. Nancy Mace praised Melania Trump at the time for coming out against Epstein. “Melania Trump stands with Epstein victims,” Mace said, citing the first lady’s advocacy for legislation addressing the distribution of fake intimate images. “The truth will prevail. ”

Democratic lawmakers also commented following the statement

Rep. Robert Garcia called for a public hearing, writing, “We agree with First Lady Melania Trump’s call for a public hearing,” Garcia said. “We encourage Chairman Comer to schedule a hearing immediately. Garcia said the remarks renewed attention on the broader investigation.

In her remarks, Melania Trump called on Congress to take action

“Now is the time for Congress to act,” she said. She urged lawmakers to allow victims to testify under oath.