Donald Trump Shares What He and Melania Did on Their First Night in the White House

Regardless of political views, few can deny the sense of awe that must come with crossing that threshold for the first time — knowing that every president from Lincoln to Kennedy to Reagan once walked those same marble halls.

For Donald and Melania Trump, that first night wasn’t about policy or politics. It was about pausing long enough to appreciate the weight of history and the honor of calling the White House home.

In the years since, their relationship and time in Washington have continued to draw public fascination. But behind the headlines and speculation lies a simpler truth: for one unforgettable night in January 2017, they were just two people standing hand in hand, marveling at the legacy they had stepped into.