Melania Trump missing in action at the White House; here are the duties the President has taken on in her absence

Since returning to the White House, Donald Trump has taken a noticeably hands-on approach to presidential life, beyond politics With Melania Trump largely out of sight, he has taken on a number of traditional first lady roles.

Melania Trump has a reputation for keeping a low-key profile and avoiding the spotlight. She made only a few appearances in Washington during her husband's second term, prompting Donald Trump to take on several traditional first lady responsibilities, as per a report by MSNBC.

Where is Melania Trump during her husband's second term?

From redecorating the White House to hosting events, the president is taking over while Melania focusses on outside projects. In January, Melania Trump introduced her own cryptocurrency, and a documentary about her life is currently being produced by Amazon, as per a report by MSNBC.

The first lady has barely been seen in Washington, D.C., during her husband's second term, aside from a few public appearances. She spoke at the State Department's International Women of Courage Awards last month and took part in the White House Easter Egg Roll.

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According to the Times, which cited two people familiar with her schedule, she has only been at the White House for less than 14 days in total since her husband's inauguration.

Why is Donald Trump taking over first lady duties?

It seems that Trump's personal touch is being added to the White House makeover. Public debates regarding the decor changes have noticeably lacked First Lady Melania Trump, who has been as elusive a figure in her husband's second term as many had anticipated, as per a report by MSNBC.

During his time at the White House, Mr. Trump has begun to carry out certain tasks that are normally assigned to a first lady.

She isn't the one who hosts receptions for Women's History Month, greets tour groups in the East Wing, redesigns the Rose Garden, or meticulously chooses the light fixtures for the White House residence. He is the one hosting them all.

What changes has Trump made inside the White House?

From interior design to public hosting, Trump seems to be leaving his gold-plated mark. The décor at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave has undergone significant changes since President Donald Trump returned to the White House in January, including a number of additions that showcase his lifelong passion for gold.

He has placed more flags and numerous portraits of former American leaders, including a few of himself, in the Oval Office.

The Wall Street Journal claims that he has reinstated his Diet Coke button. With gold accents, décor, and trinkets, as well as possibly a ballroom in the future, he has attempted to recreate the White House in the style of Mar-a-Lago.

He has proposed paving over the Rose Garden, which his wife famously remodelled in 2020, to make it look like the patio at his golf club in Palm Beach.

FAQs

Why is Melania Trump not more involved in White House operations?
She has made few public appearances and is said to have spent less than 14 days there since January.

What duties has Donald Trump assumed in Melania's absence?
He has been redesigning parts of the White House, hosting events, and even selecting lighting fixtures.