Donald Trump Indicates Melania Will Be 'Active' First Lady During Second Term

The president-elect stated his wife plans to join him in Washington but may divide her time between the White House and other residences.

Donald Trump, in a Time Person of the Year interview, stated that Melania Trump will join him in the White House and be 'active when she needs to be.'
Sources close to Melania suggest she may not make the White House her primary residence, instead spending significant time in New York City with their son, Barron, who is attending college.
During Trump's 2024 campaign, Melania made limited public appearances, including at the Republican National Convention and Trump's victory speech.
Melania's past tenure as first lady was marked by minimal public engagement, with her most notable initiatives including the 'Be Best' campaign and White House renovations.
Observers highlight Melania's preference for privacy and her mixed feelings about Washington's political and social scene, which may influence her role in the upcoming term.