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🚨 BREAKING: MELANIA RUSHES TO FEDERAL COURT OVER E.P.S.T.E.I.N FILES CLAIM ⚡ Melania T.r.u.m.p moved a defamation case against author Michael Wolff from New York state to federal court, claiming Florida residency. Wolff argues the move is a trick to avoid New York anti-SLAPP protections and says she actually lives in T.r.u.m.p Tower The fight could now include jurisdictional discovery, depositions, and travel records to prove where she truly resides. The battle is just beginning…Full story in comments 👇
🚨 BREAKING: MELANIA TRUMP RUSHES TO FEDERAL COURT OVER EPSTEIN FILES CLAIM A HIGH-STAKES LEGAL SHOWDOWN BEGINS ⚡
A simmering legal battle involving Melania Trump has just taken a dramatic turn and the next phase could pull back the curtain on far more than a single defamation claim.
The former First Lady has moved her defamation lawsuit against author Michael Wolff from New York state court to federal court, asserting that she is now a resident of Florida. The maneuver immediately raised eyebrows in legal circles, transforming what began as a media dispute into a potentially explosive jurisdictional fight.
Why the Court Switch Matters
At the center of the dispute are allegations tied to claims involving the Epstein files, which Melania Trump has strongly denied and labeled defamatory. By shifting the case to federal court, her legal team argues that Florida residency gives federal courts proper jurisdiction.
But Wolff’s camp isn’t buying it.
Wolff Fires Back: “A Legal End-Run”
Michael Wolff’s attorneys accuse Melania Trump of forum shopping, claiming the move is a calculated attempt to sidestep New York’s powerful anti-SLAPP laws, which are designed to protect writers and journalists from lawsuits meant to silence them.
According to Wolff, Melania Trump still primarily resides at Trump Tower in New York, not Florida — a claim that could now open the door to jurisdictional discovery.
What Could Come Next
If the court allows it, the case may soon involve:
📂 Travel and residence records
✈️ Flight logs and schedules
🏢 Property usage documentation
🎙️ Depositions under oath
In short, the court could demand proof of where Melania Trump actually lives — a question that may sound mundane but carries enormous legal consequences.
Why This Case Is Bigger Than It Looks
This is no longer just a defamation lawsuit. Legal experts say the outcome could determine:
Whether the case survives dismissal
Which laws apply — state or federal
How aggressively authors can be sued for controversial reporting
If Wolff succeeds in keeping the case tied to New York law, the lawsuit itself could be in serious jeopardy.
The Battle Lines Are Drawn
Both sides are digging in, and what happens next could reverberate far beyond this case — potentially reshaping how public figures use residency claims in high-profile legal fights.
One thing is clear:
🔥 This legal war is only just beginning and the evidence phase could be explosive.