Donald Trump is set to return to the White House after being declared the winner of the 2024 election by major news outlets such as the Associated Press, CNN, and Fox News. This announcement came early Wednesday morning, following his victory speech on Tuesday night, in which he was accompanied by his wife, Melania Trump.
Compared to previous campaigns in 2016 and 2020, the couple’s approach was markedly different this time. Melania stayed in New York City during much of the campaign, rarely appearing alongside her husband. It remains uncertain whether she will return to the White House when Trump resumes office in January.
A viral debate has also surfaced about whether Melania actually joined her husband when he cast his ballot in the 2024 election, with some speculating that a body double may have appeared in her place. The controversy stems from a detail many claim supports this theory.
News outlets began predicting Trump’s return to the White House late Tuesday, confirming him as the second U.S. president to secure two non-consecutive terms. Trump thanked his Florida supporters during his speech early Wednesday and shared his vision for the country’s future, pledging to “fix everything,” including addressing national borders. He also promised a “golden age of America” and vowed to fight for the American people every day.
In his speech, Trump also praised his wife, Melania, acknowledging her efforts to help others. He mentioned her successful book and noted that her hard work should be recognized. Melania supported her husband during his previous campaigns, but her involvement in the 2024 race was significantly less visible. In her recently published memoir, Melania voiced support for women’s reproductive rights, publicly diverging from her husband’s stance on abortion. She emphasized that women should have autonomy over their bodies and reproductive choices.
After Trump’s 2020 election defeat, Melania largely withdrew from public life. She stayed out of most campaign events during his 2024 run. Some have speculated about her whereabouts and whether she would return to public life alongside her husband.
Trump addressed this during a February town hall meeting when asked about Melania’s absence from the campaign trail. He explained that Melania’s focus had shifted to their son, Barron, who started his first year at NYU in September. Trump emphasized that Barron is the central focus of her life, and she has dedicated herself to his well-being and supporting the nation.
Speculation about Melania’s future role has also fueled the ongoing discussion about her potential return to the White House. Sources close to her family suggest that while Melania might fulfill First Lady duties, she is unlikely to make the White House her permanent residence. Instead, she is expected to spend time between her properties in New York, Palm Beach, and Mar-a-Lago.
Melania made a brief appearance alongside her husband on Election Day, but her demeanor sparked controversy. Some social media users criticized her for appearing disengaged, with one observer claiming she looked as if she were “attending a funeral.” Body language expert Judi James noted that Melania’s appearance on Election Day was notably subdued compared to her previous public outings.
Amid all this, an online rumor about Melania being replaced by a body double during public appearances gained traction. Some social media users claimed that the woman in a recent video was too young and lacked distinguishing features such as smile lines and specific rings Melania typically wears.
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