“My First Priority Is to Be a Mom”: Melania Trump Addresses White House Residency Plans
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In an interview with Fox News’ Ainsley Earhardt on Monday, Melania Trump clarified her plans for the upcoming term as first lady, addressing speculation about where she will reside during Donald Trump’s second administration.
When asked where she would spend most of her time, Earhardt inquired, “In the White House? Palm Beach? Here in New York?” “I will be in the White House,” Melania replied. “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.”
She emphasized her primary commitments: “But my first priority is, you know, to be a mom, to be a first lady, to be a wife. And once we’re in on January 20, you serve the country.”
Rumors had circulated that Melania might not live full-time in the White House. CNN reported in November, citing sources familiar with her thinking, that she was likely to divide her time between Florida, where the Trumps reside at their Mar-a-Lago estate, and New York, where their son, Barron Trump, attends New York University.
Melania, who has kept a relatively low profile during much of the 2024 presidential campaign, reemerged in the final weeks, promoting her memoir and appearing alongside Donald Trump at key events.
Her confirmation of her White House plans comes amid growing anticipation of Donald Trump’s return to office. On January 20, he is set to reclaim the presidency, an event that has divided public opinion and drawn intense media scrutiny.
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