U.S. President-elect Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump pose for a photo with U.S. President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden on inauguration day of Donald Trump's second presidential term in Washington, U.S. January 20, 2025.

Melania Trump appears to be sending a clear message she's ready to play a bigger role in her second stint as first lady.

The role of first lady is unelected, unpaid, and usually comes with zero preparation. But Melania Trump is back in the White House with the most experience someone in her position can have.

The White House released an official portrait of first lady Melania Trump, one week after her husband, President Donald Trump, was sworn into office. The onetime fashion model was photographed by the Belgian photographer Régine Mahaux in the Yellow Oval Room,

Melania Trump unveiled her official First Lady portrait, striking a pose in the Yellow Oval Room of the White House.

Melania Trump said she was "determined to rise to the challenge" of being America's First Lady following Donald Trump's victory, but it came with some personal fears