Epstein survivors criticise Melania Trump after surprise statement – US politics live

First lady had called for a public hearing for survivors but a group of those affected say they have ‘done their part’ and reiterate calls for Pam Bondi to be questioned Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inbox Hello and welcome to the US politics live blog. Melania Trump has been accused of “shifting the burden” onto sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s survivors after her extraordinary statement at the White House. Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein have already shown extraordinary courage by coming forward, filing reports, and giving testimony.