People spot Melania’s reaction to Donald’s ‘inappropriate’ comment about another woman

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At a White House Congressional Ball on December 11, Donald Trump made remarks that drew attention on social media. While praising Representative Steve Scalise’s wife for her emotional distress after his 2017 shooting, Trump added, “I know many wives who would not even be crying.”

The comment sparked laughter from the audience, but observers quickly noted First Lady Melania Trump’s reaction. Standing nearby, she maintained a completely straight and emotionless expression throughout the joke.

On social media, users highlighted her “stone-faced” response, with many interpreting her silence as a telling commentary. One user wrote that her face “said it all,” while others criticized the former president’s remark as inappropriate.

Body language expert Judi James later analyzed Melania’s reaction, describing it as a deliberate “poker face.” She suggested the First Lady faced a difficult choice in how to respond publicly to her husband’s joke.

James explained that laughing could imply personal agreement, while a frown might be seen as clear disapproval. Therefore, a neutral expression was likely the most strategic option in that moment.

However, the expert noted that a blank face invites speculation, allowing people to project their own narratives onto it. Despite this, given the circumstances, it appeared to be her most prudent choice.

The incident underscores how the Trumps’ public interactions, especially non-verbal cues, continue to be closely scrutinized and widely discussed online.