Melania Trump is unlikely to move to Washington full time in her second go-round as first lady, multiple sources told CNN, once more showing signs of her willingness to buck tradition as she returns to her high-profile but unelected role on the world stage.

Melania Trump proved a colourful first lady last time round and the early signs are that she will be no less discussed during the second term. "Melania does what Melania wants", Mary Jordan, author of a book about Melania, told Axios, because "her view" is that her role is "unelected" and "not paid".

According to media reports, the former and future first lady plans to spend more time in New York and Florida.

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While Melania Trump will not reside in the White House full-time, according to a report, she will remain actively engaged in her role as First Lady, shaping her own priorities..