Could Donald and Melania Trump Divorce?
Could Donald and Melania Trump Divorce?
Speculation is mounting that Donald Trump may soon separate from his wife and former First Lady Melania.
Media outlets everywhere are suggesting the couple might be headed for divorce, as Melania has taken a step back from public life.
For example, she failed to show her support when Trump received a guilty verdict for a hush money trial in New York, and she didn’t appear at his presidential debate against Joe Biden in June 2024.
Also, Laura Loomer, a hard-right conspiracy theorist, regularly appears by the 45th President of the United States side on his current campaign trail, causing people to believe they are in a relationship.
So, could Donald and Melania Trump divorce before or after the Presidential election in November? Continue reading to learn more.
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Why Has Melania Taken a Step Back from Public Appearances?
Melania appears increasingly selective when attending public events with Donald Trump.
In addition to her noticeable absence during his fraud trial in Manhattan, the former model has failed to attend various presidential debates and rallies to show her support.
Instead, she has chosen to appear at events away from her husband, joining Mehmet Oz and Caitlyn Jenner to address Log Cabin Republicans at Mar-a-Lago in April 2024. Also, she attended another Log Cabin fundraiser at Trump Tower in July 2024.
While many suspect Melania feels humiliated following his recent trial, Trump has defended his wife’s absence, stating she is a “private” and “great person” and claims she will be beside him “at the appropriate time, she’ll be out there.”
However, Republicans are aware that Donald Trump will need Melania’s public support to be re-elected into office in November 2024.
Will Melania and Donald Trump Get Divorced?
If Trump is granted a second term, he may become the first sitting president to seek a divorce.
He might have been inspired by Russia’s President Vladimir Putin, as he divorced his wife in 2014 to spend more time with his reported second family, which seemingly didn’t affect his popularity with voters.
Trump has publicly claimed he will seek “retribution” if re-elected. It may relate to outspoken critics, such as Liz Cheney, a former representative, and Adam Schiff, the current rep.
However, it may extend to Melania, especially if she fails to show her support during a crucial period in his political career.
Raoul Felder, a Manhattan divorce attorney, believes a divorce is unlikely. During a photo call with The Daily Beast, he commented, “A divorce between the Trumps is inconceivable. They’ve stuck through terrible difficulties in the past.”
Did Melania Sign a Pre-Nuptial Agreement?
It is widely believed Melania signed a pre-nuptial agreement before her marriage to Donald Trump, which was the case in his first two marriages.
According to reports, Melania renegotiated the prenup after Donald Trump won the 2016 presidential election, ensuring their son, Barron, would receive the same inheritance as his three children from previous marriages.
If the couple chooses to divorce, Melania will likely walk away with a substantial sum for child support, maintenance (alimony), and distribution of assets.
Also, any money or property acquired during the marriage will likely be equally divided and distributed by a judge.
While the media has speculated that the couple may soon separate, divorce might be the last thing Donald Trump wants or needs.
He wrote in his 2007 non-fiction book Think Big and Kick Ass, “There is nothing more vicious than a man or woman going through a divorce. It is pure hell, like nothing else I have ever seen.”