Former First Lady Melania Trump stands firm beside her husband as they navigate their second presidential term after 20 years of marriage.
According to Page Six, the couple's enduring relationship and commitment have been highlighted by Melania's official photographer, Régine Mahaux, who describes her as someone skilled at balancing her role as a supportive wife while maintaining her independence.
Mahaux, who has closely documented the Trumps, emphasizes Melania's unique ability to blend strength with soft power in her relationship with the former president.
The photographer expresses admiration for Melania's resilience through numerous challenges, noting the deep mutual affection between the couple.
The 54-year-old former model has established a clear priority system, placing her roles as a mother to 18-year-old Barron and wife to the 78-year-old president at the forefront. Her photographer Mahaux shared her observations of Melania's approach to these responsibilities, stating:
She's always in the right place. She's always behind her husband. He's in the light; she doesn't need the light. She's a very good No. 2. It's always her husband first, and I like that; she has strong family values, to be a good wife and to make sure they're happy.
The former First Lady's evolution since her first White House tenure is evident in her more assertive presence and clearer voice. She maintains her authenticity while adapting to new circumstances and working with different advisers in her husband's administration.
Those working closely with Melania describe her as remarkably down-to-earth and hands-on. Her stylist, Hervé Pierre, recalls discovering her packing her own suitcase, demonstrating her practical nature despite her high-profile position.
This self-sufficient attitude extends to making coffee for her staff, contradicting assumptions about her requiring constant assistance.
Interior designer Tham Kannalikham characterizes Melania as someone who values learning and actively listens to others. These qualities, often overlooked, contribute significantly to her leadership style and relationship dynamics with both staff and family.
The former First Lady has been forthright about maintaining her individual identity within her marriage. In a recent Fox News interview, she stated:
I don't always agree [with] what my husband is saying or doing, and that's ok. I give him my advice, and sometimes he listens, sometimes he doesn't.
As the Trumps begin their second presidential term, Melania has outlined plans to divide her time between Washington DC, Mar-a-Lago, and Trump Tower in New York City. This arrangement accommodates her son Barron's freshman year at NYU while allowing her to fulfill her First Lady duties.
The former model has expressed increased preparedness for her role this time around, having learned from her previous White House experience. She emphasizes her commitment to serving the country while maintaining her independence and personal identity.
With two decades of marriage behind them, the Trumps continue to demonstrate a partnership that balances public service with personal autonomy. Melania's approach to her role combines traditional family values with modern independence, setting a distinct tone for her second term as First Lady.
