Beatrice Keul, a former beauty queen and Miss Switzerland contestant, alleges that Ivana Trump played a significant role in Jeffrey Epstein's network, likening her to Ghislaine Maxwell, his convicted co-conspirator.

Keul claims Ivana acted as a 'madam'-style figure, facilitating the recruitment of young women into Epstein's orbit, particularly from Eastern Europe.

The allegations come as part of a three-part interview with The Daily Beast, where Keul details her past encounter with Epstein at Trump's American Dream Pageant, where she was allegedly targeted as his 'prey.' Trump has denied all accusations, while the White House has dismissed the claims, asserting Trump's innocence.The article highlights the broader context of Epstein's crimes, noting Maxwell's 20-year sentence for recruiting and abusing girls.

Despite the lack of independent verification, the piece underscores the ongoing scrutiny of Trump's family ties to Epstein's network and the challenges in proving such allegations.The White House's defense emphasizes Trump's advocacy for Epstein's victims, contrasting with the allegations of complicity.

The summary also notes the historical significance of these claims within the context of high-profile legal cases and public figures' reputations.