Everyone is noticing the same thing about Melania Trump’s return to DC after Thanksgiving

Melania Trump became the focus of online jokes after returning to Washington, D.C., with Donald Trump following their Thanksgiving trip to Mar-a-Lago. While Donald drew attention for political comments, Melania initially kept a low profile.

That changed as soon as the holiday weekend was over.

When Marine One touched down at the White House on Sunday night, cameras captured the couple stepping off the aircraft in the dark. Viewers immediately noticed that Melania was wearing large sunglasses.

Social media users quickly reacted, poking fun at her nighttime accessory. Some joked she would navigate the stairs better without sunglasses, while others compared her to fashion editor Anna Wintour or claimed she simply avoided making eye contact.

The moment also reignited the long-running online joke about Melania having a body double. Commenters teased that no “real” person would wear sunglasses at night and made references to the 1980s song “Sunglasses at Night.”

As discussions spread, people also revisited a holiday controversy from 2020. That year, leaked audio of Melania complaining about Christmas decorating obligations resurfaced. She expressed irritation over criticism and said she felt forced to handle holiday responsibilities she didn’t care about.

She also pointed out that problems she was blamed for had existed under prior administrations as well.

Melania’s choice to wear sunglasses after dark set off another round of humor, debate, and speculation. While critics mocked the look, supporters defended it as simply a style preference—another example of how even small fashion decisions draw major public attention.