Summary<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Melania Trump continued the long-standing First Lady tradition of visiting patients at<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Children\u2019s National Hospital in Washington, DC. She read the Christmas book How Does Santa Go Down the<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Chimney and handed out toys, wishing the children \u201ca very merry Christmas,\u201d \u201ca lot of strength and love,\u201d and noting that President Trump was sending \u201clove and best wishes.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hospital officials praised the visit, saying it brought \u201cfestive spirit,\u201d \u201cmeaningful connection,\u201d and moments of \u201cjoy, comfort and hope\u201d to children spending the holidays in the hospital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, clips of Melania reading aloud drew criticism on social media.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some commenters mocked her accent, saying she \u201ccan\u2019t even read properly,\u201d and claimed she showed little emotion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Others highlighted what they viewed as irony, given the Trump administration\u2019s strict immigration stance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Despite the online backlash, the hospital emphasized its gratitude for her time and the positive impact on young patients.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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