Donald Trump continues to dominate headlines, most recently over his push to bring Greenland under U.S. control — a proposal that has sparked global backlash and strained relations with allies.
Amid the controversy, Melania Trump has notably been absent. The First Lady has reportedly not appeared publicly with Trump for 20 days, last seen together at a New Year’s event at Mar-a-Lago. Observers say her absence is a deliberate choice.
Melania had previously made clear she did not intend to play a highly visible role during Trump’s second term. According to experts cited by Norwegian outlet Dagbladet, she prefers to stay out of the spotlight and her disappearance from public view is “conscious.”
While Trump faces intense scrutiny over his Greenland ambitions, analysts suggest Melania’s low profile reflects her long-standing decision to remain in the background — especially as attention around the president continues to intensify.