A critical article in Vogue magazine about the official portrait of the First Lady of the United States, Melania Trump, has generated controversy among conservatives. In the article titled "What Does the Vogue Article Say About Melania Trump?", fashion journalist Hannah Jackson describes Melania as a "freelance MAGA" because of her choice to wear a tuxedo for the official photo, which, according to the author, makes her appear more as a businesswoman rather than a public servant.
Jackson criticizes Melania's outfit, stating that she looks "disguised" appropriately to participate in a reality show like "The Apprentice," which her husband used to host. Additionally, she mentions that Melania's face in the image is "blurred to the point of obscurity" and highlights her luxurious lifestyle, referring to her residence as a "golden penthouse".
The article in Vogue also provokes reactions among Melania Trump's conservative supporters, who come to her defense. Media figures like Newsmax and Fox News criticized the magazine and defended the First Lady. Todd Starnes from Newsmax called the authors of the article "bad girls" and suggested that they have biases against successful Republican women. Meanwhile, Martha MacCallum from Fox News praised Melania's portrait, comparing her to Jackie Kennedy and asserted that Vogue should acknowledge her elegance.
Vanessa Friedman, fashion critic for The New York Times, also weighed in on Melania's image, comparing her to a powerful businesswoman in the style of the series "House of Cards". The controversy surrounding the Vogue article about Melania Trump reflects the divided opinions about the First Lady and her public image.
