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Author Claims Donald and Melania Trump Lead “Separate Lives”
A prominent author and Donald Trump biographer has ignited controversy with a startling assertion regarding the state of the former president’s marriage. Michael Wolff, celebrated for his revealing account of the 2016 presidential campaign in “Fire and Fury: Inside the Trump White House,” contends that Donald Trump and his spouse, Melania Trump, are essentially “separated.” In a Daily Beast podcast appearance, Wolff stated, “They clearly do not embody a marriage as commonly understood, and it seems more accurate to describe them as living separate lives. The former president and the former first lady are separated.”
Speculation Surrounds Melania Trump’s Absence
The former first lady’s sporadic appearances alongside her husband, both before and following his return from the White House, have fueled widespread conjecture about their relationship. Some have even floated unsubstantiated theories suggesting a body double was employed for public appearances.
Limited Time at Official Residence
Adding to the intrigue, The New York Times reported that Melania Trump has reportedly spent a minimal amount of time at the former president’s official residence since her husband left office, with sources suggesting that even 14 days was a “generous” estimation.
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These sources also implied that she had become “deeply unsettled” by the two assassination attempts on Trump’s life the previous year. These incidents occurred when she was already apprehensive about her family’s security, a concern she had harbored for years.
White House Response: “An Imbecile”
Responding to the claims, White House communications director Steven Cheung staunchly refuted Wolff’s statements, branding him “an imbecile of the highest order.”
Speaking to The Telegraph, Cheung asserted, “His Trump Derangement Syndrome-addled brain has caused him to lead a miserable existence devoid of reality.”
Future Plans: Dividing Time Between Residences?
This comes after insiders disclosed to CNN that the former first lady was unlikely to relocate back to the White House full-time during her husband’s speculated term, suggesting that she planned to split her time between New York and Palm Beach, Florida.
Melania Trump’s Perspective
In a prior interview with Fox News, Melania Trump commented, “I’m not anxious because this time is different. I have much more experience and knowledge.”
“I was in the White House before. When you go in, you know exactly what to expect.” She added.
She also indicated that she would primarily reside in Washington DC but was prepared to be in New York and Palm Beach when “needed.”