During a recent White House event, former President Donald Trump delivered a sharp, seven-word retort to those who suggest he is not good enough for his wife, First Lady Melania Trump. The moment occurred at a signing ceremony for the “Fostering the Future” executive order, an initiative aimed at supporting children aging out of the foster care system. The exchange highlighted the public’s affinity for the First Lady and the former president’s characteristic response to being playfully upstaged.
The event began with Melania Trump outlining the details of the new executive order, which she described with “tremendous pride.” The order is designed to create a comprehensive online network connecting federal agencies, private businesses, and charitable organizations to provide educational and career resources for foster youth. It also includes vouchers and grants to aid their transition into adulthood, supported by a $25 million budget allocation that the First Lady championed.
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When Donald Trump took the podium, he first praised his wife’s linguistic abilities, noting he “couldn’t do it” in reference to her fluency in multiple languages. He then acknowledged the warm reception she often receives from audiences. “Our country is truly blessed to have this magnificent and very caring first lady. They love her,” Trump stated, before delivering his punchline: “Every time I get up and make a speech, they say we want our First Lady. I say what the hell, Iâm not good enough?”
The moment concluded with Trump signing the executive order and inviting Melania to add her signature as well, an unusual step that underscored her central role in the initiative. The order addresses a critical need, as statistics from the U.S. Department of Education show that about 20,000 youth age out of the foster system each year, facing disproportionately high risks of homelessness and unemployment.
