Melania Trump made an unexpected appearance at Children's National Hospital, engaging in a patriotic arts session to commemorate the Fourth of July.
During her visit, the first lady shared a lighthearted moment with the children when asked about her husband's passion for golf. "No, I don't play golf," she chuckled, though she did reveal that she had played in the past.
In the company of nine former and current patients, Mrs. Trump participated in an art session where they decorated rocks for the Children's Health Garden and colored note pads featuring her 'Be Best' initiative. She extended an invitation to the group to attend the 250th Independence Day celebration at the White House on July 4, 2026, promising a spectacular event with fireworks and F14 flyovers.
As reported by the Daily Mail, the visit occurred amidst scrutiny over Melania Trump's citizenship status. Democratic Representative Jasmine Crockett of Pennsylvania questioned whether the former model truly met the qualifications for the 'Einstein visa' that facilitated her entry into the United States. Mrs. Trump moved to New York in 1996 on the EB-1 visa, designated for individuals with extraordinary abilities. She became a U.S. citizen in 2006 after marrying President Donald Trump. Meanwhile, an online petition is circulating, calling for her deportation as the Trump administration intensifies its crackdown on illegal immigration.
During her visit, the first lady was warmly welcomed with a sign crafted by the young artists, reading, "Welcome First Lady Melania Trump." She complimented the children, saying, "You look beautiful," and distributed goodie bags containing blankets, children's books, and teddy bears adorned with 'Be Best' t-shirts. The children later used their artistic creations to embellish the Healing Garden at the hospital.
Mrs. Trump also unveiled a new flower, the 'External Flame' hybrid tea rose, a fragrant yellow rose. Following her time in the garden, she made private visits to heart and kidney transplant patients, underscoring her commitment to children's wellbeing through her Be Best program. The first lady has consistently visited the hospital during the Christmas season, maintaining a tradition upheld by presidential spouses.
After her hospital visit, Mrs. Trump was scheduled to join President Trump in the Oval Office to meet with Edan Alexander, an Israeli-American hostage recently freed by Hamas after 584 days in captivity. The release was described as a "good will gesture" by the terrorist group.
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