While many First Ladies pledge themselves to the betterment of America during their husbands’ time as president, Melania Trump appears to be breaking the mold. Not only does she rarely appear with her husband during his various public appearances, she also focuses her time on doing “what she wants to do,” according to sources. She reportedly has spent less than two weeks at the White House since her husband’s inauguration! Keep reading for more information.
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Melania Trump Missing From The White House
According to the New York times, as of May 7th, Melania had spent fewer than 14 days at the White House, which Donald Trump took up residence at 108 days ago. Rather, she spends most of her time in Trump tower in Manhattan, where her son, Barron, attends New York University, and in Florida, at their private Mar-a-Lago club.
"We haven't seen such a low-profile first lady since Bess Truman," Katherine Jellison, a historian of first ladies, told NYT.
Prior to the inauguration, Melania was asked by Fox News where she'd be spending most of her time once her husband took office. "I will be in the White House," she claimed. "And, you know, when I need to be in New York, I will be in New York. When I need to be in Palm Beach, I will be in Palm Beach. But my first priority is, you know, to be a mom, to be a first lady, to be a wife. And once we are in on Jan. 20, you serve the country."
The Trumps Are 'Living Separate Lives'
Many sources predicted this would be the case even before Trump was elected. Melania rarely appeared on his campaign trail, making a small handful of public appearances. A source speaking to People said her absence "should not come as a surprise to anyone because this is how she lives."
"They were living separate lives before his second presidency," a different source explained. "It's unlikely being under the microscope of the nation is going to change anything."
