Melania Trump: It’s clear what the first lady really wants in Trump’s second term.
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Melania Trump: It’s clear what the first lady really wants in Trump’s second term.

Slate  

This is part of Hello, Trumpworld, Slate’s reluctant guide to the people who will be calling the shots now—at least for as long as they last in Washington. The tricky thing about welcoming Melania Trump back into public life is that, well, we still don’t know that she’s actually coming back. A New York Post source relayed her intention to be a “part-time first lady.” The woman herself said very little at all, other than a customarily bizarre postelection statement that declared, among other things, “American energy, skill, and initiative will bring together our best minds to propel our nation forward forevermore.” A first lady declining to live with her husband in Washington, D.C., might be a scandal in any other administration, but in this one it didn’t come as such a shock, not after the performance Melania put in on the campaign trail—or more accurately, the total lack of performance. My first priority is to be a mom, to be a first lady, to be a wife.” The New York Times chose to publish this quote with a headline that read, “Melania Trump Says She Plans to Be at White House Full Time,” despite the fact that she didn’t really say that at all. It sounds like Melania will indeed be treating being first lady as a part-time job, so don’t blame us for only coming up with a part-time welcome.

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Melania ‘not that much into’ Donald Trump now, fans claim following this demeanour
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Melania ‘not that much into’ Donald Trump now, fans claim following this demeanour

Hindustan Times  

Since winning his second term as US President, Donald Trump delivered his first address to Congress on March 4, 2025. US First Lady Melania Trump stands as she is recognized by US President Donald Trump during Trump's address to a joint session of Congress in the House Chamber of the US Capitol in Washington, DC, on March 4, 2025. While …

Melania Trump steps away from the spotlight – ‘She will never be a traditional First Lady’
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Melania Trump steps away from the spotlight – ‘She will never be a traditional First Lady’

Live Mint  

First Lady Melania Trump is maintaining a low public profile during President Donald Trump’s second term, instead prioritising her personal projects, including an upcoming Amazon Prime Video documentary. “Melania has been busy shooting her documentary, and that has taken place in several locations, including the White House,” a Miami political source revealed. “But she leads her own life and joins …

Where has Melania Trump been? First Lady returns to the White House after nearly a month
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Where has Melania Trump been? First Lady returns to the White House after nearly a month

Live Mint  

First Lady Melania Trump returned to the White House on Saturday after nearly four weeks, attending an annual dinner and reception with the nation’s governors. Last seen on January 24 Melania Trump was last seen by President Donald Trump’s side in North Carolina on January 24, when she accompanied him on a tour of the Hurricane Helene disaster site. Extended …

Melania Trump returns to Washington after four-week absence
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Melania Trump returns to Washington after four-week absence

CNN  

CNN — After a four-week absence from Washington, first lady Melania Trump returned to the White House on Saturday for an annual dinner and reception with the nation’s governors. While Melania Trump may be preparing the White House for visitors — she announced in a statement last week that tours of the historic home are reopening to the public — …

White House to resume public tours, Melania Trump announces opening date
1 month, 1 week ago

White House to resume public tours, Melania Trump announces opening date

India Today  

The White House will resume public tours for the first time during President Donald Trump’s second term. According to an announcement from First Lady Melania Trump’s office, the White House is opening its doors to the public, starting on February 25. There is much to learn about the American Presidency, the First Families who have lived here, and our Nation’s …

Melania Trump ‘manifested’ being US First Lady 30 years ago; old VIDEO resurfaces; netizens say, ‘destiny or…?’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Melania Trump ‘manifested’ being US First Lady 30 years ago; old VIDEO resurfaces; netizens say, ‘destiny or…?’

Live Mint  

23-year-old Melania Trump gracefully waved as she posed as the first female president of the United States in an old Slovenian commercial, unaware of her destiny 30 years later. Watch the old video here: Melania Trump, now 54, has returned to the White House for a second term as First Lady. Here's how netizens reacted: “Sometimes, destiny is written in …

Melania Trump's ‘intensive preparation’ for her White House return revealed: ‘She has been brushing up on her…’
2 months ago

Melania Trump's ‘intensive preparation’ for her White House return revealed: ‘She has been brushing up on her…’

Hindustan Times  

Melania Trump, the First Lady of the US, has been “preparing intensively” as she is set to make a comeback to the White House. Chip Somodevilla/Pool via REUTERS Speaking to CNN, some insiders revealed that Melania has been “brushing up on her studies”, which is a notable change from her previous term in the White House. According to the network, …

Melania Trump has been studying foreign affairs while ‘preparing intensively’ for White House return
2 months ago

Melania Trump has been studying foreign affairs while ‘preparing intensively’ for White House return

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Melania Trump has been studying foreign affairs while “preparing intensively” …

Melania Trump poised to redefine her First Lady role in the second term: ‘I know where I’ll be going'
2 months ago

Melania Trump poised to redefine her First Lady role in the second term: ‘I know where I’ll be going'

Hindustan Times  

As the countdown to Donald Trump’s inauguration reaches its final hours, Melania Trump is stepping into the spotlight, poised to redefine the role of First Lady on her own terms. Melania Trump aims to redefine First Lady role, aims to control her narrative and address previous perceptions of aloofness. Melania Trump’s resolve for the second term On Thursday, Melania was …

Then and now: As Melania Trump gears up for White House return, what has changed?
2 months ago

Then and now: As Melania Trump gears up for White House return, what has changed?

India Today  

From supermodel to business tycoon Donald Trump's "model of the week" in 1998 to First Lady of the United States in 2016 - the becoming of Melania Trump from Melania Knauss has been quite a journey. Melania and Donald first crossed paths in 1998, and he soon introduced her on a television show as “my supermodel.” When she was first …

Donald Trump sworn in for second term vowing sweeping change
2 months ago

Donald Trump sworn in for second term vowing sweeping change

New Indian Express  

Donald Trump was sworn in for a historic second term as president on Monday, pledging a blitz of immediate orders on immigration and the US culture wars as he caps his extraordinary comeback. Republican Trump and outgoing Democratic President Joe Biden had earlier traveled by motorcade together to the Capitol, where the ceremony was being held indoors -- and with …

Melania Trump indicates she will mostly live in White House
2 months ago

Melania Trump indicates she will mostly live in White House

Raw Story  

Melania Trump signaled she intends to mostly live in the White House when she returns to Washington as first lady next Monday, squelching speculation that she might split time between other residences. "I will be in the White House," Melania Trump told the "Fox & Friends" program in an interview aired Monday. As first lady once again, Melania Trump says …

Melania Trump shares cornerstone of good marriage, reveals if Barron would come to White House after Trump inauguration
2 months ago

Melania Trump shares cornerstone of good marriage, reveals if Barron would come to White House after Trump inauguration

Hindustan Times  

Melania Trump, who has been in spotlight for her recently released memoir and upcoming documentary, acknowledged in a recent interview that her husband Donald Trump does not always heed her advice. In addition, she explained how she stays away from Trump's stances on several issues, stating that she has her own “own thoughts” and opinions that differ from him. Melania …

'I'm packed and ready to move back into the White House,' says Melania Trump
2 months, 1 week ago

'I'm packed and ready to move back into the White House,' says Melania Trump

India Today  

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.: Incoming first lady Melania Trump says she’s packed and ready to move back into the White House, where son Barron will have a bedroom, and she plans to revive her Be Best children’s initiative. Trump also said in a taped interview broadcast Monday on Fox News’ “Fox & Friends” that an upcoming documentary on her life …

Melania Trump says she’s packed and ready for the move back into the White House
2 months, 1 week ago

Melania Trump says she’s packed and ready for the move back into the White House

Associated Press  

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Incoming first lady Melania Trump says she’s packed and ready to move back into the White House, where son Barron will have a bedroom, and she plans to revive her Be Best children’s initiative. Trump also said in a taped interview broadcast Monday on Fox News’ “Fox & Friends” that an upcoming documentary on her …

Melania Trump reveals how often she and Barron will be at the White House as she details her $40m documentary
2 months, 1 week ago

Melania Trump reveals how often she and Barron will be at the White House as she details her $40m documentary

Daily Mail  

Melania Trump revealed the details of her $40 million documentary, where she'll live as first lady, and if Barron will come to the White House in a new interview that aired on Monday. Melania Trump spent much of her first tenure as first lady focused on raising her son Barron, who was 11 years old the first time Donald Trump …

Melania Trump says she’s packed and ready for the move back into the White House
2 months, 1 week ago

Melania Trump says she’s packed and ready for the move back into the White House

LA Times  

Incoming First Lady Melania Trump says she’s packed and ready to move back into the White House, where son Barron will have a bedroom, and she plans to revive her Be Best children’s initiative. Trump also said in a taped interview broadcast Monday on Fox News’ “Fox & Friends” that an upcoming documentary on her life that is set to …

Trump finally reveals whether Melania will be joining him at the White House during his second term
3 months, 1 week ago

Trump finally reveals whether Melania will be joining him at the White House during his second term

Daily Mail  

Donald Trump revealed whether or not Melania Trump will be joining him in the White House for his second term. President-elect Donald Trump walks onto the floor of the New York Stock Exchange with his wife Melania, after being named TIME's 'Person of the Year' The president-elect spoke repeatedly about his wife in the interview, noting his MAGA faithful adore …

Barron Trump to influence Melania's White House Christmas duties years after she dropped F-bomb about holiday decor
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Barron Trump to influence Melania's White House Christmas duties years after she dropped F-bomb about holiday decor

Hindustan Times  

While there’s still some time before the Trump family takes over the White House following Donald Trump’s November 5 election victory, Melania Trump is reportedly all set to spearhead the first lady's duties. “But I need to do it, right?” Melania’s friend and businesswoman Robin Bernstein also highlighted the same sentiment that the incoming first lady “will make the White …

Melania Trump says heading to the White House for the second term is much different than the first
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Melania Trump says heading to the White House for the second term is much different than the first

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Soon-to-be first lady Melania Trump said Friday that preparing to enter the White House for the second time looks a lot different from the first go-around. “You know what you need to establish, you know what kind of people you need to hire for your office,” she said on “Fox & Friends” in a rare television appearance, where …

What Melania Trump ‘wants’ for second term as US First Lady? 'Own bedroom’ in White House, report says
3 months, 3 weeks ago

What Melania Trump ‘wants’ for second term as US First Lady? 'Own bedroom’ in White House, report says

Hindustan Times  

Melania Trump “can't stand” her husband, US President-elect Donald Trump, and has demanded a “separate bedroom” in the White House, according to a report. Melania is set for her second stint as the First Lady of the United States following Trump's victory over Kamala Harris, the outgoing Vice President, in the presidential election held on November 5. According to an …

Melania Trump names Hayley Harrison as first major hire for second term in White House: ‘She will oversee and manage…’
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Melania Trump names Hayley Harrison as first major hire for second term in White House: ‘She will oversee and manage…’

Hindustan Times  

Melania Trump named a longstanding Donald Trump supporter as her chief of staff, marking her first significant appointment for her return as first lady. In a statement, Melania's office stated, Harrison “has maintained an integral role and exceptional leadership on the First Lady's team over the past seven years.” Hayley Harrison was employed in the East Wing during the first …

Melania Trump will live ‘part-time’ at the White House
4 months ago

Melania Trump will live ‘part-time’ at the White House

Hindustan Times  

Melania Trump reportedly has plans to take on her role as First Lady in a “part-time” capacity when President-elect Donald Trump assumes office in January 2025. The New York Post cited an insider who claimed Melania intends to spend her time not only at the White House but also in New York and Florida to remain a “hands-on mother to …

Will Melania Trump return to the White House? It’s unlikely
4 months ago

Will Melania Trump return to the White House? It’s unlikely

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Melania Trump is likely to spend most of her time …

Melania Trump Might Not Be Living In The White House Full Time
4 months, 1 week ago

Melania Trump Might Not Be Living In The White House Full Time

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Melania Trump, the former and soon-to-be-again first lady, was absent at nearly every step of her husband’s campaign for president this go-around. Sources told CNN Wednesday that Melania Trump will most likely spend a majority of her time living between New York City and Palm Beach, Florida. According to people familiar with her plans, President-elect Donald Trump’s …

Jill Biden reacts after Melania Trump snubs customary White House meeting, gives handwritten letter to…
4 months, 1 week ago

Jill Biden reacts after Melania Trump snubs customary White House meeting, gives handwritten letter to…

Hindustan Times  

Future First Lady Melania Trump's team confirmed that she will not be joining Donald Trump for the meet with Bidens at the White House on Wednesday. Following this, Jill Biden's spokesperson stated that the First Lady greeted Trump at the White House alongside outgoing President Joe Biden. President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden arrive for the Classroom to …

Melania Trump may not reside in the White House full-time as First Lady: Here’s why
4 months, 1 week ago

Melania Trump may not reside in the White House full-time as First Lady: Here’s why

Live Mint  

Melania Trump is not expected to make the White House her primary residence during her second term as First Lady, a news report said, citing multiple sources familiar with the matter. Trump is expected to spend a majority of her time over the next four years not at the White House, but between New York City and Palm Beach, Florida, …

Melania Trump unlikely to move to the White House full time as first lady: ‘This time is different’
4 months, 1 week ago

Melania Trump unlikely to move to the White House full time as first lady: ‘This time is different’

CNN  

Washington CNN — Melania Trump is unlikely to move to Washington full time in her second go-round as first lady, multiple sources told CNN, once more showing signs of her willingness to buck tradition as she returns to her high-profile but unelected role on the world stage. The prospect of a first lady declining to live full time at the …

Trump and Biden agree to "smooth transition" at White House meeting
4 months, 1 week ago

Trump and Biden agree to "smooth transition" at White House meeting

Salon  

President-elect Donald Trump visited the White House on Wednesday for the first time since leaving office in 2021 to meet with President Joe Biden. Biden told Trump he is looking forward to a “smooth transition” come January, saying that his administration will do "everything we can to make sure you're accommodated." First Lady Jill Biden had also invited Melania Trump …

'Don't expect her': Insiders say Melania wants 'nothing to do' with return to White House
4 months, 1 week ago

'Don't expect her': Insiders say Melania wants 'nothing to do' with return to White House

Raw Story  

Sources close to Melania Trump “don’t expect her to be full-time” in Washington D.C. as they say the former first lady will buck tradition and decline a meeting with First Lady Jill Biden on Wednesday, CNN’s Kristen Holmes reports. Holmes spoke of the decision on CNN Tuesday, telling host Pamela Brown the former first lady informed the White House and …

Melania Trump expected to skip Wednesday White House meeting with Jill Biden
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4 months, 1 week ago

Melania Trump expected to skip Wednesday White House meeting with Jill Biden

CNN  

Washington CNN — Melania Trump is not expected to attend the traditional White House meeting with first lady Jill Biden, sources familiar with her plans said. It’s a decision that underscores Melania Trump’s long-held willingness to buck tradition as she prepares to retake the high-profile – but unelected – role of first lady, one with no manual and an automatic …

Melania Trump expected to skip Wednesday White House meeting with Jill Biden
4 months, 1 week ago

Melania Trump expected to skip Wednesday White House meeting with Jill Biden

CNN  

Washington CNN — Melania Trump is not expected to attend the traditional White House meeting with first lady Jill Biden, sources familiar with her plans said. It’s a decision that underscores Melania Trump’s long-held willingness to buck tradition as she prepares to retake the high-profile – but unelected – role of first lady, one with no manual and an automatic …

Will Melania Trump be a ‘part-time’ first lady?
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4 months, 1 week ago

Will Melania Trump be a ‘part-time’ first lady?

Firstpost  

Melania Trump is reportedly not in the mood to return to the White House full-time when her husband, Donald Trump, takes oath as the US president. The former model, who has spoken about how she values privacy, is likely to stay away from the spotlight as much as possible Former US first lady Melania Trump may not return to the …

Melania Trump dubbed as ‘Part-time First Lady’ may avoid Washington spotlight, not even go back to White House
4 months, 1 week ago

Melania Trump dubbed as ‘Part-time First Lady’ may avoid Washington spotlight, not even go back to White House

Hindustan Times  

After his overwhelming election victory, Donald Trump paid a heartfelt tribute to none other than his wife, Melania Trump, in front of raucous crowd of supporters. Melania Trump and Donald Trump “I want to also thank my beautiful wife, Melania,” he stated. Unravelling Melania's potential plans under Trump 2.0 All of which begs the crucial question: What will Trump's term …

Melania Trump dubbed as ‘Part-time First Lady’ may avoid Washington spotlight, not even go back to White House
4 months, 1 week ago

Melania Trump dubbed as ‘Part-time First Lady’ may avoid Washington spotlight, not even go back to White House

Hindustan Times  

After his overwhelming election victory, Donald Trump paid a heartfelt tribute to none other than his wife, Melania Trump, in front of raucous crowd of supporters. Melania Trump and Donald Trump “I want to also thank my beautiful wife, Melania,” he stated. Unravelling Melania's potential plans under Trump 2.0 All of which begs the crucial question: What will Trump's term …

Why insiders say Melania Trump could be the first 'part-time First Lady' and may not even move back to the White House
4 months, 1 week ago

Why insiders say Melania Trump could be the first 'part-time First Lady' and may not even move back to the White House

Daily Mail  

As Donald Trump stood before a raucous crowd of supporters on Tuesday night, basking in his thumping election victory and thanking his family and campaign staff, one of his tributes sent eyebrows twitching. Melania has been near-invisible for the entire 2024 race, which raises the burning question: What will this most reluctant First Lady's second term look like? Meanwhile, Melania …

Will Melania live in the White House? What now for the next First Lady
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Will Melania live in the White House? What now for the next First Lady

The Independent  

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Melania faces four more years in the White House: Trump's embattled wife must now face a return to DC as First Lady after spending past years trying to avoid limelight
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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Melania faces four more years in the White House: Trump's embattled wife must now face a return to DC as First Lady after spending past years trying to avoid limelight

Daily Mail  

As Donald Trump took to the stage in Florida's Palm Beach Convention Center to declare victory in the US elections, Melania Trump was the model wife. The former First Lady is likely on her way back to the White House as Donald Trump hailed a new 'golden age of America' - during which she is expected to be by his …

Donald, abortion, Barron and more: All the best revelations from Melania Trump’s new book
5 months, 1 week ago

Donald, abortion, Barron and more: All the best revelations from Melania Trump’s new book

The Independent  

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What happens if Melania and Donald Trump get divorced?
8 months ago

What happens if Melania and Donald Trump get divorced?

The Independent  

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Melania Trump's rare public backing of husband Donald for swanky 1st Trump residence fundraiser makes waves: ‘We must…’
8 months, 1 week ago

Melania Trump's rare public backing of husband Donald for swanky 1st Trump residence fundraiser makes waves: ‘We must…’

Hindustan Times  

In an extremely rare public appearance, supporting her husband, Donald Trump, former first lady Melania Trump’s glam attendance at a Trump Tower fundraiser attracted not only heavy attention but also raised a whopping $1.4 million in a single night. Former U.S. First Lady Melania Trump with Bill White, Kellyanne Conway and Bryan Eure at the Trump Tower fundraiser for Log …

Melania ‘cuts deal with Trump’ about her future role if he wins the White House
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Melania ‘cuts deal with Trump’ about her future role if he wins the White House

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Melania Trump is unlikely to be a full-time …

Melania 'distancing herself' from Trump and probably won't return to White House: report
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Melania 'distancing herself' from Trump and probably won't return to White House: report

Raw Story  

Melania Trump won't likely spend much time in Washington, D.C., if her husband gets re-elected to a second term, according to those who follow her activities. The former first lady was so reclusive during Donald Trump's first term in office that many wondered whether she lived at the White House or with her parents in the suburbs, and Melania-ologists surveyed …

"She's distancing herself": Melania Trump unlikely to ever move back to the White House
8 months, 3 weeks ago

"She's distancing herself": Melania Trump unlikely to ever move back to the White House

Salon  

Melania Trump won’t spend much time in D.C. if her husband is re-elected, according to those who follow her. In a survey from Axios, self-proclaimed Melania experts weighed in on Melania’s absence from Trump’s first term in office and what that means if the Trumps do another stint in the White House A first lady sighting was so rare throughout …

'Enigma wrapped in Valentino': columnist shreds idea that Melania is Trump's secret weapon
11 months, 1 week ago

'Enigma wrapped in Valentino': columnist shreds idea that Melania is Trump's secret weapon

Raw Story  

A new op-ed asks readers wondering if Melania Trump is a secret campaign weapon to envision the former first lady wrapped in a luxurious bathrobe staring at photo albums as her husband faces criminal accusations that he paid hush money to an adult film star. The Guardian's Arwa Mahdawi Tuesday posed the question of Melania Trump's "secret weapon" status as …

Donald Trump explains wife melania's absence from 2024 US presidential campaign
11 months, 1 week ago

Donald Trump explains wife melania's absence from 2024 US presidential campaign

Firstpost  

Trump had also suggested that keeping Melania out of the limelight during election campaigning was his decision. He said he wanted to “keep her away” from the campaign Discussing her absence from the events, the 45th US President said that Melania Trump would return at an appropriate time Image Courtesy Agencies Donald Trump, a former US president, has discussed his …

Where has Melania been? Donald Trump explains wife’s absence from campaign
11 months, 1 week ago

Where has Melania been? Donald Trump explains wife’s absence from campaign

The Independent  

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Melania Trump's absence from public eyes tied to White House mystery
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Melania Trump's absence from public eyes tied to White House mystery

Hindustan Times  

Donald Trump is vying to reclaim the White House in this year's presidential election, but Melania Trump's previous experience there might not have been favorable. Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump and former first lady Melania Trump arrive to vote in the Florida primary election in Palm Beach, Fla., Tuesday, March 19, 2024. Some political observers suspect that Melania …

Melania's only role in Trump campaign could be of 'absent, disapproving spouse': analysis
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Melania's only role in Trump campaign could be of 'absent, disapproving spouse': analysis

Raw Story  

Former First Lady Melania Trump may be back in the public eye — but according to New York Magazine's Intelligencer, she still "hasn't decided" the extent to which, or even whether, she'll play a role in her husband's re-election campaign. Trump vowed in September that Melania would join him on the campaign trail "pretty soon," the report notes. "Days later, …

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