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Strike a pose.
That’s exactly what first lady Melania Trump is doing in her new official White House portrait that was released Monday afternoon.
The first lady is seen in a striking power pose, leaning slightly forward with her hands resting on a table.
The black and white portrait was captured by esteemed photographer Régine Mahaux. It was taken on Jan. 21, 2025, in the Yellow Oval Room of the White House, according to the office of the first lady.
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First lady Melania Trump’s new official White House portrait was released on Monday. (White House)
Trump, a former fashion model, is seen posing in business attire, opting for a dark-colored suit with a crisp white shirt underneath. Trump’s hair is down and wavy. Her nails are meticulously manicured.
The portrait was met with praise online.
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“Easily the most stunning First Lady in American history,” one user wrote on X.
“Melania really exudes power in this photo — especially with the Washington Monument standing tall in the background,” another praised.
Others speculated the first lady was attempting to send a strong message.
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“This time, Melania is out for revenge,” an X user wrote.
While another said, “Her revenge tour is going to be awesome!”
Trump’s new 2025 portrait strikes a very different tone from her official 2017 White House portrait. In that soft-focus color photo, Trump is seen close up in a black blazer with her arms crossed. She is also seen softly smiling.
First lady Melania Trump’s official 2017 White House portrait. (Régine Mahaux-Van Wassenhove/The White House)
At the time, Trump was criticized for sporting her 25-carrat-diamond ring that was reportedly given to her by President Donald Trump in 2014. Critics said it was insensitive for Trump to wear the massive sparkler, worth an estimated $3 million.
The first lady has appeared to gracefully roll with the criticism punches over the years, continuing to make statements through her clothing choices. She turned heads with a bold hat on Inauguration Day. The navy wide-brimmed hat was made by American designer Eric Javits.
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Ahead of the inauguration, President Trump’s official White House portrait was released along with Vice President JD Vance’s portrait.
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“Official Portraits Released – And They Go Hard,” a Trump team statement said at the time.
Official White House portrait of Donald Trump, the 47th president of the United States, and JD Vance, the 50th vice president of the United States. (Trump-Vance Transition Team)
Trump’s 2025 portrait also strikes a different tone from his 2017 portrait, in which he is seen smiling.
