Melania Trump is skipping the Republican convention in Dallas — a major departure from tradition, where first ladies have long played key roles, often delivering iconic speeches. With the event dubbed “Trump-a-Palooza,” this year’s gathering aims to energize voters ahead of midterms, but even some GOP figures are distancing themselves. Melania’s last appearance at a RNC was after an assassination attempt on her husband — and she also skipped speaking then. Her absence now fuels speculation about her marriage and political role, as she quietly reshapes what it means to be First Lady — choosing silence over spectacle.

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