Share This Story! Let friends in your social network know what you are reading about Facebook Email Twitter Google+ LinkedIn Pinterest White House defends Melania Trump's 'Be Best' plan in copying Obama-era booklet White House swings back at critics who say her Be Best campaign to promote kids' well-being copied a booklet by the Obama administration. Sent! A link has been sent to your friend's email address. Posted! A link has been posted to your Facebook feed. 21 Join the Conversation To find out more about Facebook commenting please read the Conversation Guidelines and FAQs Maria Puente, USA TODAY Published 3:03 a.m. ChT May 9, 2018 | Updated 5:34 a.m. ChT May 9, 2018 CLOSE The first lady has been relatively silent during this presidency. But Monday she announced her initiative. It was a bit baffling. Take a look at our favorite jokes, then vote for yours at usatoday.com/opinion. USA TODAY Opinion_Eileen Rivers CONNECT … [Read more...] about White House defends Melania Trump’s ‘Be Best’ plan in copying Obama-era booklet
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Melania Trump was dressed for battle in a €2,000 Burberry coat for Easter
US first lady Melania Trump made her first joint appearance with husband Donald Trump in two weeks - which, in theory, really isn't a huge amount of time. However, those two weeks have been explosive and happened to coincide with former porn star Stormy Daniels' affair allegations dating back to 2006, claiming she slept with Trump weeks after Melania gave birth to their 12-year-old son Barron. She has stayed resolutely silent on the topic, and only released a small statement via her spokersperson's Twitter account, asking for their young son not to be included in the media coverage. "While I know the media is enjoying speculation & salacious gossip, I'd like to remind people there’s a minor child who’s [sic] name should be kept out of news stories when at all possible," Stephanie Grisham tweeted. As appearances by the US first lady are few and far between at any time, all eyes were on her as she cheered on the festivities at the White House's annual Easter Egg … [Read more...] about Melania Trump was dressed for battle in a €2,000 Burberry coat for Easter
Awkward moment Melania Trump is left hanging as she goes to shake Michelle Obama’s hand (and her gift got short shrift, too)
SHE’S set to become the First Lady of the United States of America.But Melania Trump was left red-faced today after a very awkward encounter with Michelle Obama. The 46-year-old went to shake Michelle's hand on the steps of The White House, while the outgoing First Lady went in for a kiss on the cheek.Melania put on a brave smile, quickly returned the affection, and then handed Michelle a giant box from high-end jewellers Tiffany’s.The First Lady, however, looked keen to pass the gift to a nearby aide.It is has become a tradition that before the swearing-in ceremony the two couples talk over coffee at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.The gift-giving tradition goes back several administrations and in 2009 Michelle Obama gave Laura Bush a leather-bound journal and engraved silver pen.The Obamas welcomed Donald and Melania for a traditional breakfast at the White House before Trump was sworn in as the 45th US President.There was unprecedented security on the streets of … [Read more...] about Awkward moment Melania Trump is left hanging as she goes to shake Michelle Obama’s hand (and her gift got short shrift, too)
Two soldiers do their best Donald and Melania Trump impressions as they stand in for duo at impressive inauguration dress rehearsal
TWO soldiers doing their best impressions of America's soon-to-be President and First Lady stood in for Donald and Melania Trump at a dress rehearsal today ahead of the inauguration in just five days time.Greg Lowery, a 53-year-old vocalist in the U.S. Army band, wore a black coat, white shirt and red tie and raised his right hand as if to take the oath of the nation's highest office as he played the part of the President-Elect on Sunday.The sergeant major stood in for the soon-to-be 45th president while other band members were also given prominent roles.The goal was to practice Inauguration Day events so everything goes off as flawlessly and on time as possible for the actual swearing-in on Friday.Lowery, who said his role was to "look the part as much as possible," said the substitutes were chosen primarily because they are as tall as the people they were playing. He bought a new, red tie for the assignment, though he acknowledged it wasn't Trump brand."It's just a … [Read more...] about Two soldiers do their best Donald and Melania Trump impressions as they stand in for duo at impressive inauguration dress rehearsal
Artists boycott Trump inauguration
US President-elect Donald Trump was having trouble securing top-level talent for his inauguration on Friday. After singing sensations like Celine Dion, Elton John and Andrea Bocelli all reportedly turned down a role in the January 20 festivities, Trump took to his favorite medium, Twitter, to fire off an angry retort about artists who refused to support him. "The so-called "A" list celebrities are all wanting tixs to the inauguration, but look what they did for Hillary, NOTHING. I want the PEOPLE!" he wrote. The president-elect was soundly mocked for this reaction on social media, and prompted supermodel and entertainer Chrissy Teigen to respond "Hi- we are people…Also we ALL know you are dying without the approval, dear." Teigen is married to Grammy- and Oscar-winning musician John Legend, and later clarified she was referring to her husband, not to herself. Previous inaugurations have seen superstars like Beyonce, Frank Sinatra, Bob Dylan, and Aretha Franklin perform for … [Read more...] about Artists boycott Trump inauguration