First Lady Melania Trump Releases A Statement — Mourns Lost Lives But Places No Responsibility For Capitol Riot
This Monday, First Lady Melania Trump made her first comments about the violence at the Capitol when pro-Trump rioters stormed the building last week.
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In a lengthy statement posted to the White House website and shared on her official Twitter account, Melania said that her heart goes out to the six people who have died during the attack, including two Capitol police officers:
“I am disappointed and disheartened with what happened last week. I find it shameful that surrounding these tragic events there has been salacious gossip, unwarranted personal attacks, and false misleading accusations on me — from people who are looking to be relevant and have an agenda,” she said. “This time is solely about healing our country and its citizens. It should not be used for personal gain.” Melania went on to say that “I absolutely condemn the violence” that unfolded at the Capitol and said that she implores people to “never make assumptions based on the color of a person’s skin or use differing political ideologies as a basis for aggression and viciousness.”
From there, she urged people to focus on what unites Americans instead of division: “It is inspiring to see that so many have found a passion and enthusiasm in participating in an election, but we must not allow that passion to turn to violence,” she continued.
Despite that, she made no mention of those who are responsible for inciting the violence last Wednesday. Though, many have pointed fingers directly at her husband President Donald Trump and some Republican lawmakers who encouraged pro-Trump supporters to “fight” at the Capitol as lawmakers tried to count the Electoral College votes that solidified Biden’s victory.
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