Melania Trump drew attention alongside Donald Trump during their arrival at the United Nations, after the couple briefly got stuck on a malfunctioning escalator.
The incident happened before Donald Trump’s speech to the General Assembly. The White House reportedly called for an investigation, suggesting the stoppage may have been intentional, though the UN said it was caused by a safety mechanism.
Despite the disruption, Trump went on to deliver a record-length speech. Melania remained composed, and photos of her calm demeanor and subtle smile quickly made headlines.
Body language expert Judi James described Melania’s expression as a “Sphinx-like” smile, noting she appeared serene and detached while her husband openly criticized the escalator incident, highlighting the contrast between their reactions.