Former President Donald Trump attended the premiere of Melania Trump’s self-titled documentary, sparking a mix of excitement and controversy. On the red carpet, the president appeared to struggle when discussing his wife’s background, fueling renewed speculation about his health.
Melania Trump documentary in the spotlight
The documentary, Melania, chronicles the First Lady’s life leading up to the 2025 inauguration. Announced just weeks before the inauguration, the film officially premiered on Friday, January 30.
Despite Trump promoting the movie on Truth Social and claiming that tickets were “selling fast,” social media users reported that many screenings across the country showed low or nonexistent ticket sales. Some reports indicate that Republican organizations in conservative areas have quietly purchased tickets to ensure viewership and support for the film.
Glamorous premiere
The Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., hosted the premiere on Thursday, drawing political figures such as Speaker Mike Johnson and U.S. Attorney Alina Habba. Donald and Melania Trump also walked the red carpet, where the former president praised his wife’s work as First Lady.
“She has been more outspoken,” Trump told Fox News. “She’s done a great job. She’s very popular, very respected.”
Melania responded, emphasizing her careful approach to her public role:
“I’m selective in what I do and what I say. I focus on mission and action, and I’m proud of the accomplishments from our first year in the office of First Lady.”
Health concerns continue
While Trump’s political actions — from immigration enforcement to high-profile investigations — remain in the headlines, some experts continue to question his cognitive well-being. Former White House physician Jeffrey Kuhlman and others have raised concerns, with some suggesting possible signs of memory decline or dementia.
Observers point to past incidents where Trump mixed up countries or displayed inconsistent statements as evidence. The recent red carpet event added to these discussions.
Awkward moment about Melania’s origin
Speaking about his wife, Trump described her as coming from “a faraway country, a wonderful country, clean, beautiful, safe,” but did not directly name Slovenia, Melania’s birthplace.
“It’s different, she speaks many languages, very smart, understands what happens, and she’s a good influencer of me,” Trump added.
Social media quickly reacted, with users joking about whether the former president forgot his wife’s country of origin:
- “He has no idea what country his wife is from,” one user commented.
- “Didn’t he forget where she’s from? Lol,” another added.
- “He probably confuses Slovenia with Slovakia,” a third user joked.
The incident has intensified ongoing conversations about Trump’s public appearances and overall health.
Public reaction
As usual, opinions are divided. Supporters focus on Trump’s promotion of the documentary and his praise for Melania, while critics highlight the red carpet slip as a potential sign of memory lapses.
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