BY Benjamin ClarkDecember 6, 2024
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 | December 6, 2024
7 months ago

$1 Million Donors to Dine With Melania Trump at Inauguration

Former First Lady Melania Trump prepares for a potential return to the White House with exclusive fundraising initiatives for her husband's upcoming inauguration.

According to Daily Mail, donors who contribute $1 million to Donald Trump's inauguration committee will receive an intimate dinner with the incoming First Couple, along with access to several prestigious inaugural events from January 17 to January 20.

The exclusive package, detailed in a flier titled "Trump Vance Inaugural Committee Benefits," offers donors who meet the million-dollar threshold or raise $2 million a series of high-profile engagements.

Recipients will receive six tickets to eight inaugural events, including the presidential swearing-in ceremony at the Capitol.

Premium Inaugural Package Details Revealed

The centerpiece of the donor package features an "elegant and intimate dinner" with the Trumps scheduled for January 19, described as the "pinnacle event" of the inauguration celebrations.

Additional perks include a reception with Trump's Cabinet nominees and a separate dinner with incoming Vice President J.D. Vance and his wife, Usha.

Donors will also receive access to the black-tie "Starlight Ball" with both the Trumps and Vances on Monday night. The comprehensive package demonstrates the campaign's strategic approach to fundraising for inaugural events, which typically rely heavily on private donations.

Mrs. Trump's participation extends beyond donor events, as she is scheduled to attend the "One America, One Light Sunday Service," an interfaith gathering featuring U.S. military bands. This marks a significant shift from her limited public appearances during the campaign period.

First Lady's Business Ventures Raise Questions

Unlike her husband's position, Melania Trump faces no legal restrictions on profiting financially while serving as First Lady. The role, being honorary and absent from both the Constitution and federal law, falls outside the scope of the Emoluments Clause.

Mrs. Trump has maintained various business ventures, including memoir sales, NFTs, Christmas decorations, jewelry, and digital photo collections. She has continued these commercial activities even after her husband secured his second term.

When questioned about her business plans during her upcoming tenure as First Lady, Mrs. Trump's office has not provided specific details about the future of her commercial enterprises. However, she confirmed to Fox News in October her intention to continue selling NFTs while in the White House.

Inaugural Funding Structure Explained

Presidential inaugurations derive funding from both private donors and taxpayers, with security measures often exceeding $100 million in taxpayer expenses. Private donor contributions typically fund exclusive events and commemorative items.

Trump's 2017 inauguration committee raised an unprecedented $107 million for various celebrations and custom gifts. The current committee, led by Florida real estate investor Steven Witkoff and former Georgia Senator Kelly Loeffler, faces the challenge of matching or exceeding previous fundraising efforts.

Previous controversies surrounding Trump's first inaugural committee, including federal investigations into illegal foreign donations and a $750,000 settlement with Washington, D.C., over alleged overcharging at Trump's hotel, add scrutiny to current fundraising efforts.

Looking Ahead To The Second Trump Administration

The former First Lady's role in the upcoming administration remains partially undefined, with questions lingering about her living arrangements and level of public engagement.

Currently residing in New York City while son Barron attends New York University, Mrs. Trump has made limited announcements about her plans for the East Wing.

She has hired a chief of staff but has yet to detail other major appointments or initiatives for her second term as First Lady. Her approach to the role appears to balance official duties with personal business interests.

The inauguration events will serve as a significant platform for the Trumps to reassert their presence in Washington and set the tone for their return to the White House.

Written by: Benjamin Clark

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