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WATCH: Melania Surprises Military, First Responder Families Live On Fox News

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2 weeks ago

December 6, 2024

In a heartwarming display of gratitude and festive spirit, former First Lady Melania Trump surprised military and first responder families live on Fox & Friends. She spread holiday cheer as she interacted with children, shared personal reflections on Christmas, and expressed her appreciation for the sacrifices made by those who serve the country.

The event, set against a backdrop of Christmas trees adorned with ornaments, saw Mrs. Trump engaging directly with families, answering children’s curious questions about life in the White House, and helping them decorate trees. The surprise visit was orchestrated to honor the families of service members and first responders, who often spend holidays apart from their loved ones due to the demands of their duties.

“It’s a very special holiday for families to get together, waiting for Santa to come and just spending time together,” Mrs. Trump said, describing what Christmas means to her. Children posed questions ranging from the size of the White House bedroom to the number of pillars on its iconic façade, to which Mrs. Trump replied with humor and grace, promising to “count next time” to provide an accurate answer.

For the adults in attendance, the moment was just as meaningful. John, a military father, shared his gratitude: “I think it’s great to know that everyone’s appreciated, and that really, you know, military families and first responders—and all that—they’re respected at all levels of our country, and that, you know, they’re taken care of during the holiday season.”

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When asked what Christmas means to her, Melania replied, “Well, I think it’s a very special holiday for families to get together, and then waiting for Santa to come and just spending time together.”

“The real Santa, not me!” Steve Doocy joked.

The segment wrapped up with Mrs. Trump encouraging children to continue decorating the trees and savoring the holiday treats provided.

While her public appearances have been rare in recent years, the gesture reminded many of her focus on service and community during her time in the White House—a theme she championed during her tenure as First Lady through her Be Best initiative.

REACTIONS:

Melania seems so comfortable in the role of first lady now. She’s really an amazing lady.

But I’m sorry, Ainsley’s commentary and questions are so pedantic, with leading queastions. I wish she would just let the guests speak.

— Wind_In_Woven (@Wind_In_Woven) December 6, 2024