Melania Trump’s appearance at the February 24 State of the Union quickly became a trending topic though not entirely for political reasons.
The former first lady, 55, arrived at the Capitol alongside Donald Trump, walking hand-in-hand before his address in Washington, D.C. She wore a tailored gray Dolce & Gabbana suit paired with a crisp white collared shirt, drawing the usual attention for her polished style.
As cameras captured her entrance and the applause she received, social media lit up with speculation. Some users began reviving a long-running conspiracy theory suggesting that Melania had been replaced by a body double. Posts on X ranged from sarcastic comments to outright claims questioning her identity. One user jokingly referred to her as an “AI movie star,” while others asked whether the woman attending the speech was “real or fake.”
This isn’t the first time such rumors have surfaced. Similar claims circulated on New Year’s Eve when she attended an event at Mar-a-Lago, and again during past high-profile appearances including a state dinner honoring Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and even at Pope Francis’s funeral. Despite repeated debunking over the years, the body-double narrative continues to reappear online whenever she steps into the spotlight.
At this year’s State of the Union, Melania was joined by her son, Barron Trump, now 19. Cameras showed him applauding as she approached her seat, and the two shared a brief hug before turning their attention back to the chamber.
Observers also noted that Ivanka Trump was seated next to Barron. Some social media users claimed there appeared to be little visible interaction between Melania and her stepdaughter during the broadcast. Commenters pointed out the lack of a noticeable exchange, though brief televised moments don’t always capture private interactions or full context.
As with many high-profile political events, online commentary quickly shifted from policy to personal speculation. The renewed focus on appearance and body language highlights how figures in the public eye especially women often face intense scrutiny that extends far beyond the substance of the event itself.
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