Multiple members of the Trump family have been actively participating in speeches and appearances at the Republican National Convention, however Melania Trump has been noticeably absent. While reports indicate that she is planning to make an appearance at some point during the convention, she did not appear on Wednesday when Senator J.D. Vance accepted the party’s vice presidential nomination. Melania’s last public statement came after an assassination attempt on her husband, where she thanked Secret Service agents for their protection and called for unity in the face of violence.
The convention is taking place in Milwaukee, where former President Donald Trump is set to formally accept the party’s nomination for the 2024 Election. Melania’s absence from the convention marks a break in the tradition where spouses of presidential candidates typically give speeches. She has previously spoken at both the 2020 and 2016 Republican National Conventions. Melania has also been rarely seen on the campaign trail this year, with her appearances limited to private events and polling places.
Despite her absence, Melania has supported her husband in private events and polling places, and has made statements regarding the recent assassination attempt. Her lack of presence at the convention, primary victory celebrations, and Trump’s trial in New York suggest that she is taking a more reserved approach to her involvement in the political arena.
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