Former first lady Melania Trump will not be delivering a speech at the Republican convention on Thursday night, breaking from the tradition of spouses of candidates showcasing their softer side. Despite being urged to speak multiple times recently, Melania declined to do so, according to sources familiar with the matter.
Instead of taking the stage as she did in 2016 and 2020, Melania Trump is expected to join her husband in the VIP box at the back of the arena. This departure from the norm at political conventions, where spouses often deliver non-political remarks focusing on personal aspects, marks a significant change in the event's lineup.
Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump is set to accept the nomination of his party in a speech that is anticipated to deviate from his usual confrontational style and emphasize a message of national unity. The speech is expected to be a key moment in the convention, as Trump aims to rally support and present a unifying vision for the future.
