Washigton: An email allegedly linked to US First Lady Melania Trump and addressed to Ghislaine Maxwell has resurfaced in public discourse, just hours after she firmly denied any association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, according to multiple media reports.

The email, reportedly dated 2002, was included among documents released by the US Department of Justice relating to Epstein. It is said to have been sent under concealed identities and addressed to “Dear G”, with the sign-off reading “Love, Melania”.

In the message, the sender wrote: “I know you are very busy flying all over the world. How was Palm Beach? I cannot wait to go down. Give me a call when you are back in NY,” referring to travel plans and a possible visit.

Maxwell’s reply included in records

In response, Maxwell reportedly wrote: “Sweet pea - thanks for your message. Actually plans changed again and I am now on my way back to NY. I leave again on Fri so I still do not think I have time to see you sadly. I will try and call though.”

Melania Trump responds to resurfaced email

Following the re-emergence of the correspondence, Melania Trump dismissed its importance, stating that her reply was nothing more than a casual exchange.

“My polite reply to her email doesn't amount to anything more than a trivial note,” she said.

Denial of Epstein links

The development comes shortly after the First Lady issued a strong denial of any connection to Jeffrey Epstein or awareness of his criminal activities.

“The lies linking me with the disgraceful Jeffrey Epstein need to end today,” she said, adding that those promoting such claims were “devoid of ethical standards, humility and respect”.

She also rejected claims suggesting she was a victim of Epstein, stating, “I am not Epstein's victim. Epstein did not introduce me to Donald Trump.”

Melania Trump further dismissed circulating online images and allegations as “completely false”.

She emphasised that she had no knowledge of Epstein’s abuse and reiterated, “I was never involved in any capacity. Was never on Epstein's plane, and never visited his private island.”

Jeffrey Epstein died in federal custody in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges involving minors. His case continues to attract global attention, particularly following the release of new documents that have reignited scrutiny of individuals previously linked to him.

With agency inputs