Elusive enigma: Melania preparing to depart the Capitol after the inauguration ceremonies in Washington DC on Jan 20. The US first lady has spent fewer than 14 days at the White House since her husband was inaugurated. — Photos: Doug Mills/The New York Times
THE lights never seem to be on and the shutters stay shut.
As the weeks pass by at the White House, the corner of the residence long used by first ladies remains dark, because this US first lady does not really live in Washington.
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Melania spotting
The Trumps during the 2025 White House Easter Egg Roll.
The US president and first lady going their separate ways at the airport in Newark after returning from the Vatican City. — Eric Lee/The New York Times
