Social media users are buzzing after a video surfaced showing former U.S. President Donald Trump and his wife, Melania, casting their votes in Palm Beach, Florida, on Tuesday. However, it wasn’t the couple’s public appearance that raised eyebrows — it was Melania’s choice of attire, which included a black polka dot dress and notably large sunglasses worn indoors. The unusual sight quickly sparked speculation online, with some viewers questioning whether the woman accompanying Trump was actually the First Lady, or perhaps a lookalike.
The hashtag #FakeMelania began trending on X (formerly Twitter) shortly after the video was shared, with social media users offering their theories about the woman’s identity.
“This looks suspiciously like Fake Melania to me,” one user posted. Another compared the footage to a recent appearance of Melania at Madison Square Garden, claiming the woman in the video had a noticeably different bone structure.
Journalist Ron Filipkowski shared the clip, commenting on Melania’s continued use of sunglasses indoors, which only added to the intrigue. “Melania’s been wearing sunglasses inside all day today,” he wrote, fueling the growing online discussion.
The debate over whether the woman in the video was truly Melania or a stand-in grew as observers weighed in. Some pointed to the sunglasses as a sign that something was off.
“Very odd,” commented reporter Aaron Rupar.
“That’s the double, not Melania, easy to see when she smiles and that’s what the glasses are for,” one user speculated. “The dead giveaway is that she is smiling,” another added.
Others simply laughed at the spectacle. “I mean that’s not Melania. No cap no conspiracy, it’s just not fucking Melania, lol,” one user quipped. “I am in no way a conspiracy theorist, but there is no way that is her!” another commented.
Some took the conversation further, suggesting a more humorous take on the situation. “That’s Santos,” one user wrote, referring to embattled Republican Congressman George Santos, known for making headlines with his own string of controversies and impersonations.
One particularly bold theory suggested that Melania had “abandoned” Donald Trump on Election Day and that he was now relying on a stand-in. “Melania abandoned Donald on election day and he’s bringing out the double,” said one X user, leaning into the conspiracy angle.
Despite the flurry of theories and opinions, no official clarification has been made regarding Melania Trump’s appearance on voting day. However, the curious video has certainly sparked a whirlwind of discussion on social media. Whether it’s a case of an overzealous lookalike or simply an odd fashion choice, the internet remains divided.
Check out the clip and some of the reactions below:
Melania’s been wearing sunglasses inside all day today. pic.twitter.com/4Wv3PwyA2h
— Ron Filipkowski (@RonFilipkowski) November 5, 2024
very odd
— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) November 5, 2024
Ya’ll, that’s NOT Melania!!! pic.twitter.com/Ry9Z6J6nFp
— Kisha (@HonnyDipp) November 5, 2024
That’s not Melania. This is insane. https://t.co/xovcKy7G71
— Henry VIII (@SussexHenryVIII) November 5, 2024
That’s Santos.
— Jon Savoy (@JonSavoyiSwear) November 5, 2024
I swear I’m not into the whole body double conspiracy thing but like…that obviously isn’t Melania.
— KJC Media (@kjcmedianet) November 5, 2024
OMG, it’s NOT her!
— Linda Patch “We’re Not Going Back” (@LindaPatch) November 5, 2024
