Melania shocks with unexpected announcement amid Trump fraud scandal

Former First Lady Melania has been notably absent from Donald Trump’s side during his presidential campaign. It turns out she has been working on her own project…

Melania shocks with unexpected announcement amid Trump fraud scandal
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Melania shocks with unexpected announcement amid Trump fraud scandal

Melania Trump used to spend a lot of time with her husband, and was often photographed by his side during official events. However, many have noticed that her appearances have become less and less regular as she seems to bedistancing herself from her controversial husband.

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On Tuesday 26 September, in a very highly anticipated civil case, a judge ruled that Donald Trump had committed fraud. He was found to have inflated the value of his properties in order to get better terms on loans and pay less tax. In the wake of this drama, Melania has come out with an unexpected announcement that has absolutely nothing to do with her husband or his indictments:

The former supermodel is launching a new range of Christmas decorations. An interesting move for a woman who one asked, ‘who gives a f**k about Christmas stuff and decoration?’

How Melania made her unexpected announcement

Melania made the announcement on X, the very platform on which her husband’s name has been intermittently trending as his election campaign and criminal charges take turns hitting headlines.

The message was pretty to-the-point with a light dash of patriotism:

I am pleased to continue USA Memorabilia’s tradition of celebrating the season with A Red, White and Blue Christmas. This year, I found myself looking to my love for our great nation for inspiration. May everyone experience an abundance of peace & love during the holiday season.

Now, Melania’s comments of Christmases past are coming back to haunt her. In 2018 she decorated the White House with blood-red Christmas trees and was criticised for this crazy break from tradition. In a released recording she could be heard reacting to the public’s comments, saying ‘You know, who gives a f**k about Christmas stuff and decoration but I need to do it, right?’

The festive delights Melania is selling

The post on X includes a link to her business’ website - USA Memorabilia - where you can shop a select range called ‘A Red, White and Blue Christmas’.

There are 5 styles to choose from, and you can buy one of these decorations for $35-$45. They even have ‘corresponding digital collectibles’. And we've saved the best for last:

Former First Lady Melania Trump's signature is included on each ornament; and the ornaments are proudly handcrafted in the United States.

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Sources used:

Mirror: Melania Trump's surprise move amid husband Donald's fraud ruling woes

BBC News: Donald Trump liable for business fraud, says judge in New York civil case

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