Last Updated on 16/07/2024 by wccexam Desk
Former first lady Melania Trump was noticeably absent from the first night of the 2024 Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, just days after an assassination attempt on her husband, former President Donald Trump.
The former president made a grand entrance at the convention, accompanied by several family members including his sons Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, as well as Eric’s wife Lara Trump. However, Melania Trump, 54, was not present, nor was the couple’s teenage son Barron.
Melania Trump’s absence comes just days after a shooting incident on Saturday that left one person dead and the suspected gunman killed, while Trump himself suffered a minor injury after a bullet grazed his ear. In a rare public statement, Melania expressed gratitude towards the Secret Service and law enforcement for protecting her husband.
Despite the assassination attempt, the former president traveled to Milwaukee on Sunday to attend the convention, determined not to let the incident deter him. Trump was officially nominated as the Republican presidential candidate after a delegate vote, with Senator JD Vance (R-Ohio) announced as his running mate.
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While Melania Trump is not listed as a headliner for this week’s RNC events, speculation remains about a potential appearance by the former first lady. She has largely stayed out of the public eye during her husband’s 2024 campaign, missing several key events.
Melania Trump previously spoke at the 2016 and 2020 Republican conventions when her husband accepted the party’s nomination. Her absence from this year’s convention lineup is notable, as other Trump family members including Donald Jr., Eric, and Lara are all scheduled to deliver speeches.
The reasons for Melania Trump’s absence from the first night of the RNC remain unclear, but it comes at a sensitive time following the attack on her husband. As the convention continues, observers will be watching to see if the former first lady makes an appearance in the coming days.