Melania Trump is prepared to **‘fiercely’ defend** her son, Barron Trump.

Melania Trump has dedicated her life to protecting and supporting her son, Barron. Though the Slovenian-born former model was—and will be again—First Lady, she has always prioritized her son above all else. However, as her husband returns to the White House for a second term, it appears Melania won’t be by his side full-time.

Barron Trump has officially begun his college journey at NYU’s Stern Business School. The 18-year-old is under constant Secret Service protection, and his fellow students have taken notice of what it’s like to share a campus with the son of the President of the United States.

Melania has fiercely shielded Barron from media scrutiny since his childhood, and that hasn’t changed just because he’s grown up. Now, a Republican politician has revealed just how far she is willing to go to protect him from any harm.

Melania Trump’s Return to the White House

Melania is set to return to the White House in just a few days as Donald Trump is inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States. While Donald will move directly into 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Melania reportedly has different plans.

After leaving Washington in 2020, Melania was said to be done with politics. She relocated to the Trump family’s Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida with Donald and Barron, where Barron enrolled at Oxbridge Academy. Since then, she and her son have largely stayed out of the public eye.

Melania has remained devoted to keeping Barron’s life as normal as possible, despite the intense media scrutiny surrounding the Trump family. A source told People Magazine in March 2023 that she has always been “very protective” of her only child.

“Melania’s friends are her family members. She is a doting mother to Barron and very protective of him. This is nothing new,” the source stated, emphasizing that Barron has always been her “first priority.”

Melania Expected to Live Primarily in New York

Now that Barron has graduated from high school, more details about his life at Mar-a-Lago have emerged. A source told the Daily Mail that Melania had created a tight-knit bubble for herself and her son at the estate.

“He’s so regal. He’s a little Melania,” a source close to the Trump family remarked.

Melania has made only one public appearance since Donald’s presidential win in November, leaving many speculating about her role in the White House. While she is expected to fulfill First Lady duties, insiders claim she won’t be living at the White House full-time.

According to CNN, Melania is expected to spend most of her time at Trump Tower in New York to stay close to Barron, with occasional visits to Mar-a-Lago.

“She has carte blanche—she can be as active in the East Wing or as inactive as she cares to be,” said Kate Bennett, author of Free, Melania.

Bennett further noted that Melania has chosen not to build a personal platform as previous First Ladies like Laura Bush and Michelle Obama did.

“The missed opportunity of this period between her tenure in the White House has been the lack of a continuing platform or policy agenda that most First Ladies build on,” Bennett stated.

Barron Trump’s College Life and Melania’s Protective Nature

As Barron adjusts to life at NYU, one thing is clear: he won’t be living in a dorm. Instead, he will continue residing at Trump Tower. According to sources, Melania is committed to supporting Barron’s academic success and ensuring his safety.

“Living in a dorm in a college town isn’t in the stars for him at this point,” a source told People Magazine. “Barron already has his own political ideas. It all needs to be monitored in light of the situation.”

Another source added that Melania believes it’s best for Barron to stay close to home.

“Whether or not others think he is capable of being on his own, Melania feels it’s better to be around him as much as possible,” they said.

Melania’s protective stance is not just about academic success—it’s also influenced by Donald Trump’s return to the presidency.

“Melania worries about the hate in the country and how it falls on her son, who is innocent of any of this,” a source told People. “She is and has been a good sounding board for him. They talk about life as it is and how they are in the spotlight. She tries to normalize his life—if that is even possible.”

The Public’s Reaction to Barron Trump

Barron’s presence at NYU has stirred a range of reactions among students. The Daily Mail interviewed several students on campus, with some predicting that his time at the university might influence his worldview.

“He’s going to NYU, so if he is at all interested in girls, he’s going to become kind of liberal, I’ll tell you that,” one student joked.

Another added, “My mom is going to want me to marry him.”

While some students are open to befriending Barron, others remain skeptical. One student said she would “absolutely not” be friends with him, citing privilege as a factor.

“It speaks to the privilege that a lot of NYU kids have. I’m only here because of financial aid,” she said.

Meanwhile, other students expressed sympathy for Barron.

“His dad is his dad, and he is his own person, so I’m not going to judge,” one student stated. “Of course, who wouldn’t want to be friends with a Trump?”

Melania’s Fierce Protection of Barron

Melania has always been determined to shield Barron from public scrutiny. Robert Paulson, former Republican mayor of Solon, noted how she fiercely defended him during Donald’s first term.

“Donald Trump’s adult children—Don Jr., Eric, and Ivanka—proved fair game, as they injected themselves into their father’s administration,” Paulson wrote for Cleveland.com. “However, their stepmother, Melania Trump, was prepared to chop off anyone at the knees who went after her then 8-year-old son Barron.”

Now 18 and standing at a towering six-foot-nine, Barron is harder to keep out of the public eye.

Barron Trump’s Changing Accent

Though Barron has rarely been heard speaking publicly, those who remember his childhood recall that he once spoke with a Slovenian accent, influenced by his mother. However, a recent video featuring him and UFC President Dana White revealed a noticeable change.

“Hello. How are you? Very nice to meet you,” Barron said in the clip.

The video quickly spread online, with fans commenting on his deep voice and refined speech pattern.

“First time I’ve ever heard Barron talk,” one user noted.

“Barron has his dad’s speech cadence!” another added.

A third remarked, “Sounds like Timothée Chalamet.”

As Barron embarks on his college years and Melania continues to protect him, one thing is certain: their bond remains unbreakable.

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