Melania Trump’s new official White House portrait, released January 28, 2025, has drawn wide public interest and debate.
Captured in black and white by renowned photographer Régine Mahaux, the image presents the former First Lady in a sharply tailored black suit with high-waisted trousers. Her direct gaze and composed posture convey a strong, no-nonsense presence — a sharp departure from her softer, glamorous 2017 portrait.
The updated photograph marks a significant shift in tone. Where the earlier image emphasized poise and elegance, this one leans into formality and assertiveness.
