Ivanka Trump's ‘desperate’ move to stay close to dad Donald may fuel ‘new battle’ with Melania: Insider
WASHINGTON, DC: The tension between Ivanka Trump and her stepmother, Melania Trump, appears far from over.
Despite claims that she’s stepping away from politics, Ivanka’s latest move has reportedly reignited their long-standing rivalry, one that’s been brewing since Melania married Donald Trump in 2005, as reported by the Irish Star.
Ivanka vs Melania Trump: A long-running feud
Melania and Ivanka Trump's reported tension dates back to 2005, when 34-year-old Melania, a former Slovenian model, married 58-year-old Donald Trump. With just an 11-year age gap between them, their relationship has allegedly remained strained for nearly two decades.
Behind the scenes, Melania allegedly calls Ivanka "the princess," and their rivalry for influence intensified during Trump’s first term. From office space disputes to foreign trips, both reportedly competed for control over key aspects of the administration.
Ivanka and her husband, both former advisors in Trump’s first term, have distanced themselves from politics this time.
Reports suggest that Ivanka and her stepmother remain at odds. Despite both attending Trump’s inauguration last month, they stood side by side in the Capitol Rotunda without any noticeable interaction.
A Trump staffer reportedly told the Daily Mail that Ivanka made a "desperate" attempt to be featured in numerous photos alongside Melania. Although she has stated she won’t take on a major political role in this administration, she remains eager to stay closely involved in her father’s life.
In a podcast interview last month, Ivanka said she looks forward to simply being there for her father as a daughter. She said, "I'm most looking forward to just being able to show up for him as a daughter and be there for him, to take his mind off things and watch a movie with him or watch a sports game, to know that he can be with me and be himself, and just relax."
A source revealed that tensions between Melania and Ivanka are expected to escalate in a new way. "Melania is going be irritated because Ivanka is going to just show up at state dinners and stuff. That's going to be the new battle," the insider explained.
In her recent memoir, Melania acknowledged having had "disagreements" in her relationship with her stepchildren. She emphasized, "My role is not to replace her stepchildren's mothers but to nurture a supportive and amicable connection… it is essential to remember that each person is deserving of respect and understanding, regardless of disagreements."
Ivanka had a deep bond with her mother, Ivana, who died at 73 in 2022 after falling down the stairs.
Melania and Ivanka Trump's alleged feud sparks online debate
Reports of a growing feud between Melania and Ivanka Trump have ignited online debate as social media users discuss their strained relationship.
One user dismissed the speculation, writing, "I find this hard to believe. You only have to look at the interaction between Ivanka and Barron to see they’re close. This wouldn’t be the case if there was friction with his mom and Ivanka."
Another took a broader view, saying, "Both are beautiful women & smart all families are never perfect & they all digress & disagree sometimes for a lifetime."
Others framed the situation through the lens of status and beauty, with one commenter stating, "I’ve always admired Melania the most beautiful First Lady ever. I’m not surprised that the Trump daughters don’t like her. She wasn’t born into the family so she’s on a much lower social level, according to the daughters. But she’s much more beautiful than they are or ever will be."
However, some dismissed the controversy altogether. "Sounds like a personal issue," one Facebook user wrote, while another added, "Ivanka, go home."
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