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Hey everyone, something fascinating is happening in the White House, and it’s not just about Donald Trump’s unpredictable moves. Word on the street is that Melania Trump is becoming a major force behind some of his biggest policy shifts. With Trump’s second term in full swing, British officials and political insiders are buzzing about the First Lady’s quiet but powerful role. Let’s dive into why Melania might be the key to understanding Trump’s recent flip-flops on global issues like Gaza and Ukraine.

Six months into Trump’s second term, he’s been shaking things up—reversing stances on everything from Gaza’s humanitarian crisis to Putin’s intentions in Ukraine. Insiders say Melania’s the one steering him. During a recent golfing trip to the UK, British officials noticed Trump’s deference to her, especially when he credited her for his softened stance on Gaza’s starvation crisis. He’s quoted saying, “Melania thinks it’s terrible,” pointing to images of suffering kids that moved her. A YouGov/Economist poll shows 72% of female voters agree there’s a hunger crisis in Gaza, and Melania’s influence might be why Trump pushed back against Israel’s claim that the crisis is “Hamas propaganda.”

On Ukraine, Trump’s been vocal about Melania’s skepticism of Putin. At a NATO meeting, he shared how she pointed out Russian attacks—like a bombed nursing home—after his “wonderful” calls with Putin. This led him to call Putin “a tough guy,” a shift from his earlier praise. Melania’s not shy about her views either. Back in 2022, when Trump called Putin’s invasion “genius,” she tweeted support for Ukraine, urging donations to the Red Cross. Her Slovenian roots, from a liberal corner of former Yugoslavia, might explain her humanitarian leanings.

But here’s the twist: Melania’s influence is hard to pin down. Her memoir, Melania, paints her as detached from politics, and she’s spent barely two weeks in the White House since Trump’s second inauguration, often staying in New York with her son. Critics call her “superficial,” yet Trump calls her his “best pollster.” She’s clashed with him on issues like abortion and migrant child separations, publicly calling the latter “heartbreaking” in 2018. Her focus on children’s issues—like orphans and online safety—hasn’t grabbed headlines, but it’s clear she’s not just a silent partner.

For diplomats, this is a puzzle. With the U.S. State Department gutted and Trump’s inner circle shrinking (RIP Elon Musk’s influence), Melania’s role is a wildcard. British Ambassador Lord Mandelson noted Trump’s dominance makes it tough to predict his moves, but Melania seems to be the one he listens to. As Trump trails with female voters, her softer perspective might be his way to appeal to them—or an excuse to pivot without losing face. With Trump’s UK state visit next month, all eyes will be on Melania to see if she’s Britain’s secret ally.

What do you think? Is Melania really shaping Trump’s policies, or is this just a PR move? How much influence should a First Lady have? Drop your thoughts, and let’s unpack this power dynamic! 🌟
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