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Melania Trump Skips Funeral, Dinner Amid Iran-Linked Threat

7/29/2026

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Melania Trump missed Senator Lindsey Graham's funeral and the White House Correspondents' Dinner while President Donald Trump attended both.
The White House press office and the White House declined comment, citing a prior commitment.
The Secret Service is aware of an Iran-linked video targeting Melania Trump.
Officials said no public link exists between the video and her recent absences.

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Melania Trump missed Senator Lindsey Graham's funeral and the White House Correspondents' Dinner while President Donald Trump attended both.
The White House press office and the White House declined comment, citing a prior commitment.
The Secret Service is aware of an Iran-linked video targeting Melania Trump.
Officials said no public link exists between the video and her recent absences.