Melania Trump Just Clapped Back! The Daily Beast Retracts Epstein Story After Legal Challenge

Melania Trump Wins Major Retraction From The Daily Beast Over Epstein Claims

"I am satisfied that the truth has come out," said Melania Trump, after the media outlet publicly withdrew an article linking her to Jeffrey Epstein.

In an unusual turn of events, The Daily Beast has officially retracted a story that falsely suggested a connection between the former First Lady and the convicted sex offender. The retraction follows legal pressure from Melania Trump’s attorneys, who argued the article was defamatory and lacked credible sourcing.

The original piece, published last month, relied on statements from journalist Michael Wolff, who claimed Melania was introduced to Donald Trump through contacts linked to Epstein. The story quickly sparked outrage on social media and among media critics, prompting calls for accountability.

In response, The Daily Beast issued a public apology, acknowledging that the article “did not meet our editorial standards” and has removed it from all platforms. Portions of related podcasts and social media posts were also taken down.

Legal experts say the case underscores the growing power of public figures to hold news organizations accountable for inaccurate reporting. “This is a textbook example of how media outlets must verify claims before publication,” said media law attorney Amanda Klein.

Melania Trump shared the retraction on her social media channels, noting that “responsible journalism matters, and false accusations have real consequences.” The incident is part of a broader pattern of high-profile figures successfully challenging misleading or sensationalist media coverage.

For the public, it is a reminder that even widely circulated claims require scrutiny—and that legal action can still play a crucial role in protecting personal reputation in the era of viral news.

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• Melania Trump Demands Retraction From Media Outlets Over Epstein Claims (Newsweek)
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