India, April 10 -- First lady Melania Trump on Thursday addressed her alleged link to convicted sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein. Speaking from the White House, the 55-year-old denied any knowledge of Epstein's abuse, or that she herself was a victim. However, one popular question was about the timing of her speech - Why now?

"The lies linking me with the disgraceful Jeffrey Epstein need to end today," she said. "The individuals lying about me are devoid of ethical standards, humility and respect."

While Melania and Donald Trump have been photographed with Epstein before, she said she had met her husband independently two years prior to meeting the sex offender.

"I am not Epstein's victim. Epstein did not introduce me to Donald Trump," M...