Melania Trump ‘Very Involved’ in Epstein Scandal: Explosive Claims by Author Michael Wolff is raising eyebrows across the U.S., after the veteran journalist suggested the former First Lady was closely tied to Jeffrey Epstein’s social circle—even before meeting Donald Trump.
Overview of the Allegations
Veteran political author Michael Wolff, known for his bestsellers on the Trump presidency, revealed shocking details in a recent appearance on The Daily Beast’s podcast hosted by Joanna Coles. According to Wolff, Melania Trump wasn’t just passively connected to Epstein—she was actively involved in his high-society network.
“She’s introduced by a model agent, both of whom Trump and Epstein are involved with… Epstein [knew] her well,” Wolff said.
Wolff’s claims reignite long-standing speculation about the Epstein-Trump connection, this time focusing on the first lady herself.
How Melania Met Donald Trump — The Epstein Link
Trump and Melania reportedly met in September 1998 through Paolo Zampolli, founder of the ID Models agency, who played a crucial role in helping Melania move to the U.S.
Zampolli has longstanding ties to both:
- Jeffrey Epstein, the convicted sex trafficker who died in 2019.
- Ghislaine Maxwell, now imprisoned for trafficking and abusing minors with Epstein.
According to Politico, Zampolli was deeply embedded in Epstein’s world of high-end modeling and elite parties—creating a murky backdrop to the Trump-Melania relationship.
Epstein Allegations: Tapes, Planes, and “Friends’ Wives”
In Wolff’s yet-to-be-released tape recordings, Epstein reportedly made disturbing claims:
- That Trump had sex with Melania on Epstein’s infamous private jet, the “Lolita Express.”
- That Trump frequently pursued his friends’ wives, a behavior Epstein described in explicit language.
“Trump liked to ‘f—’ his friends’ wives,” Epstein allegedly said in tapes recorded by Wolff.
Such claims, if verified, may add a disturbing twist to an already controversial saga.
Where Does Melania Fit in the Epstein Web?
Michael Wolff pointedly questioned Melania’s deeper role:
“Where does [Melania] fit into the Epstein story? Where does she fit into this, into this whole culture of models of indeterminate age?”
This insinuates that Melania wasn’t just a bystander or innocent party. She might have benefitted from the very system Epstein orchestrated: grooming young women through elite modeling networks and introducing them to powerful men.
Zampolli’s New Role in Trump World
As of March 2025, Paolo Zampolli holds the title of Trump’s Special Representative for Global Partnerships. He remains a loyal MAGA ally, now with powerful influence.
- Zampolli owns a $17 million Georgetown mansion, which features a giant oil painting of Trump—further symbolizing their tight-knit relationship.
Zampolli’s public stature and White House proximity only deepen concerns over his past Epstein associations.
DOJ & FBI: No Epstein “Client List” Exists
In July 2025, a memo from the Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) concluded that:
- Epstein died by suicide while awaiting trial in 2019.
- No client list of wealthy co-conspirators was ever officially found.
These conclusions have sparked outrage among conspiracy theorists and eroded Trump’s support among die-hard MAGA followers who believed in “the list.”
The Epstein-Trump narrative, once viewed as politically toxic, is now becoming more layered and complex.
Melania Responds in Her Memoir
Last week, Melania Trump publicly refuted the claims that Epstein introduced her to Donald Trump.
In a two-page excerpt from her newly released book “Melania”, the former First Lady writes:
“I met Donald at the Kit Kat Club in New York, not through Epstein.”
Despite her denial, critics say the timeline still connects her to modeling agencies and social circles deeply entangled with Epstein’s operations.
Melania’s Role Behind the Scenes
Michael Wolff suggests that Melania deliberately distances herself from her husband’s political and legal chaos.
“She never is by his side,” Wolff told Coles. “All of those courtroom appearances that she shows up once, I report in my book that one of the aides approached her and she said, ‘Nice try,’ and then laughed.”
This cold detachment, combined with her potential ties to Epstein, paints a portrait of a First Lady who is far from the passive figure she appears to be.
White House Fires Back at Michael Wolff
In response to Wolff’s allegations, White House Communications Director Steven Cheung unleashed a blistering statement:
“Michael Wolff is a lying sack of s–t… He routinely fabricates stories originating from his sick and warped imagination.”
Cheung accuses Wolff of suffering from “Trump Derangement Syndrome,” dismissing his claims as baseless and libelous.
This kind of aggressive rebuttal may further inflame public curiosity and encourage more scrutiny of the Epstein-Trump link.
Why This Story Matters Right Now
With the 2024 election aftermath still shaking the political landscape and Donald Trump eyeing 2028, the Epstein connection remains one of the most damaging narratives possible.
Key Political Implications:
| Aspect | Impact |
|---|---|
| MAGA Base Division | Frustration over the “missing client list” may erode Trump’s base trust. |
| Media Scrutiny | Mainstream outlets are again probing Trump’s ties to Epstein. |
| Melania’s Image | Her involvement complicates public perception of the former First Lady. |
According to Politico, Paolo Zampolli was connected to both Epstein and Maxwell and played a role in introducing Melania to Trump. The source outlines his modeling agency’s activities in detail and confirms his connections to Epstein’s elite network.
Understanding the Epstein-Melania-Trump Web
Epstein
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├── Model Agencies
│ ├── Paolo Zampolli (ID Models)
│ └── Ghislaine Maxwell
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├── Donald Trump
│ └── Met Melania via modeling agent
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└── Melania Trump
├── Allegedly involved in Epstein’s circle
└── Denies claims in memoirAs new layers of the Epstein scandal continue to unfold in 2025, Melania Trump’s alleged involvement brings a new level of scrutiny. Whether these revelations alter public perception or are dismissed as political theater, one thing is clear: the Epstein story is far from over
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