Melania Trump denies Epstein ties, but why now?

So, Melania Trump just had to step up and deny any ties to Jeffrey Epstein in this dramatic statement at the White House, claiming the accusations against her are "completely false" and calling them "smears about me." But honestly, why is she addressing this now? It seems pretty convenient that this denial comes just as her husband, President Trump, is trying to move past a year filled with Epstein-related controversies, especially with the Iran war dominating the headlines. It’s like she’s trying to keep the spotlight on herself while her husband is busy trying to deflect attention away from their connections to Epstein, who was notorious for exploiting the elite. Melania's assertion that "the individuals lying about me are devoid of ethical standards" feels like a classic case of projection, especially coming from a family that has repeatedly shown a blatant disregard for ethics and accountability. This whole situation makes me question whether this is a genuine attempt to clear her name or just another PR stunt to distract from the ongoing issues surrounding the Trump administration. We need to hold our leaders accountable, and these kinds of evasive tactics just keep undermining trust in our democratic institutions. It’s time for transparency, not just denial. the article here: https://www.thehour.com/news/politics/article/melania-trump-delivers-statement-at-white-house-22198047.php