'Paid her not to leave': Donald Trump mocked amid news of him influencing Melania to stay after she nearly left him last year

WASHINGTON, DC: The internet buzzed with activity recently as an insider disclosed that former US President Donald Trump persuaded former First Lady Melania Trump to continue supporting him and stay during the presidential campaign, despite her initial plans to leave him last year.

Trump has recently experienced a surge in support, especially following a resounding victory in Iowa. This apparent momentum in his presidential race has garnered him even more followers.

Adding to the upbeat atmosphere, Trump recently appeared in high spirits during a gathering with supporters at his Iowa campaign headquarters.

The occasion marked a celebration of his swift and decisive triumph in the state's Republican presidential caucuses.

In a lighthearted speech that touched on family and his political resurgence, Trump playfully credited his teenage son Barron Trump's remarkable 6-foot-7 inch height to the home-cooked meals prepared by Melania's late mother.

Insiders reveal Melania Trump was ready to leave Donald Trump in 2023

OK Magazine recently reported that an insider revealed, that Melania and Donald Trump's marriage has transformed into a business arrangement. Allegedly, the former first lady was on the brink of leaving her husband, but he managed to persuade her to stay, for the campaign.

The insider, cited by OK Magazine, mentioned, "She practically had her bags packed last year, but Donald made concessions and renegotiated their prenup for at least a third time to convince her to stay through the campaign."

Following the death of her mother, Amalija Knavs, on January 9 at the age of 78, Melania has been keeping a low profile. A source disclosed, “Melania has been dealing with her mom’s illness for a while, so the last thing she wants to do is show up for photo ops."

Despite staying out of the public eye, both Melania and Donald attended the funeral in Florida on Thursday, January 18. However, a video capturing an awkward interaction between the two has gone viral on the internet.

The clip shows Melania seemingly rejecting her husband’s attempt to join her in the same vehicle, leaving him briefly standing outside the car's door.

Internet users troll Donald Trump

A user wrote, "What did Trump promise her to get her to stay?"

Another user wrote, "Trump paid her not to leave before the election."

A user commented, "We know u makeva big mistakes u do not deserve this ungly man."

Another user commented, "Ah…true love. Another failed Trump business"

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