In one of their first public appearances since Donald Trump’s conviction for concealing hush money payments, Melania Trump and her son, Barron, were spotted exiting Trump Tower in New York City on Tuesday, June 4. The former First Lady and her 18-year-old son were seen with an assortment of high-end luggage, signaling an end to their recent period of privacy.
The former First Lady chose a single-color outfit, featuring a brown wool Max Mara jumpsuit that retails for $1,345 and an ostrich Hermès Kelly bag, which fetches between $15,000 and $17,000 on the resale market. She matched her attire with Roger Vivier ballet flats with buckles, worth $875. Barron, who stood tall beside his mother, wore a sharp blue suit with black dress shoes, choosing not to wear a tie for a more casual approach.
Around them, staff were seen loading an assortment of Louis Vuitton luggage and garment bags—bearing Barron’s initials—into an awaiting SUV. Their destination was Bedminster, New Jersey, where the family owns an expansive estate that serves as their refuge.
This visit is Melania’s first public appearance in nearly two weeks, during which her husband, the 45th president, was embroiled in a significant legal challenge. Donald Trump was found guilty of 34 counts of falsifying business records to hide hush money payments made to adult film actress Stormy Daniels prior to the 2016 election.
Reflecting on the trial, Donald Trump stated that the verdict had been particularly difficult for his wife and son. “I think in many ways it’s tougher on them than it is on me,” he said following the trial.
Adding to the family’s recent events, Barron marked his graduation on May 17 from Oxbridge Academy in West Palm Beach, Florida. His father, who was given special permission to attend by trial Judge Juan Merchan, was in attendance at the ceremony.
Family dynamics within the Trump family seem to be evolving in the midst of these legal proceedings. A source close to the family reported that the case has “brought the entire family closer together than they have ever been.” This includes a reported improvement in the relationship between Melania and her stepdaughter Ivanka, a sign of strengthening family bonds during this challenging time.
Despite being a public figure, Melania has kept a relatively low profile. Her limited public appearances, including at her son’s graduation, reveal a measured approach to public exposure during the trial.
