There’s a lot to unpack after this week’s US election. Even if we had a full month to go through everything that has been said, speculated, and rumored over the past few days, it would still be hard to cover everything.
This isn’t surprising, especially considering how Donald Trump has been one of the most controversial presidential candidates in history. Whether you love him or hate him, everyone has an opinion. His ability to draw attention to himself is undeniable, and every decision he makes gets analyzed in depth to try and understand what’s really happening.
This focus even extends to his family. Just this week, the internet buzzed with articles about Barron Trump, and many right-wing figures have been trying to get closer to Donald, hoping some of his popularity will rub off on them.
Then, there’s Melania Trump. The former model played a strong role during her husband’s first two campaigns and was involved in his first term in the White House.
But something seems to have changed. Maybe it was the chaos after Donald lost the 2020 election, or the attack on democracy that took place on Capitol Hill. Or maybe it was the hush-money scandal involving Melania’s husband and his affair with Stormy Daniels.
There are countless reasons why Melania may have decided to step back from the spotlight. Perhaps she no longer wanted to stand by her husband’s side as a figurehead, showing support without much expression.
Her absence is noticeable, and people have begun to wonder if she will even return to the White House when Donald potentially begins his second term. The official reason seems to be that she wants to stay closer to their son, Barron, who is now 18 and a college student.
Things got more interesting earlier this week when the Trumps shared a family photo after Donald’s victory over Kamala Harris. Donald Trump Jr.’s eldest child, Kai Trump, posted a picture showing nearly every member of the Trump family (including Elon Musk) with the caption “The whole squad.”
However, Melania was not in it.
Her absence didn’t go unnoticed, and many people on social media began to ask why she wasn’t included in the photo and why the others couldn’t wait for her.
Despite this, Melania was by Donald’s side on election day in 2024. She joined him for his victory speech in West Palm Beach that night.
Yes, Melania was indeed there for Donald Trump’s victory speech on election night, just not present for the photo that was posted later. Interestingly, Kimberly Guilfoyle, Donald Trump Jr.’s fiancée since 2021, was also absent from the photo, while his ex-wife, Vanessa Trump, was included.
As for Melania’s absence from the picture, it’s certainly sparked some curiosity. Some might think it’s just a casual omission, while others could wonder if there’s more to the story. It’s hard to say, but it definitely leaves room for speculation about her role and her current relationship with the family, especially given her recent lower profile.
What do you think about Melania missing from the photo? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments!