First lady Melania and Donald Trump bringing separate guests to SOTU in break with precedent

2026-02-24T15:51:45Z

First lady Melania and Donald Trump bringing separate guests to SOTU in break with precedent

First Lady Melania Trump will bring guests to the State of the Union address who represent foster care and responsible AI initiatives.

President Donald Trump has invited his own set of guests to the event, signaling a break from customary practice.

The arrangement marks a notable departure from tradition, with separate guest selections by the president and the first lady.