Melania Trump trades Easter bonnet for trench coat at White House egg roll
First Lady Melania Trump surprised attendees at the White House Easter Egg Roll by wearing a trench coat instead of a bonnet, as the event featured corporate sponsors and a tribute to the late Pope Francis.
Key points
- President Donald Trump and Melania hosted the White House Easter Egg Roll, the first of his second term.
- Melania wore a trench coat rather than an Easter bonnet while reading to children.
- Corporate sponsors Amazon, YouTube and Meta provided themed stations and an AI‑powered experience.
- President Trump paid tribute to Pope Francis and emphasized religious liberty in his remarks.
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump welcomed thousands to the White House on Monday for the Easter Egg Roll, marking the first such event of Trump’s second term. The South Lawn was transformed with nearly,00 real eggs, despite ongoing egg shortages and record-high prices, as families gathered for traditional egg rolling, live performances, and a host of new activities.
Melania Trump, known for her fashion statements, opted for a striking trench coat instead of the expected Easter bonnet, drawing attention as she joined children and families on the lawn. She also participated in story time, reading to children alongside other administration officials.
This year’s event broke with tradition by featuring major corporate sponsors, including Amazon, YouTube, and Meta, who hosted themed stations and activities throughout the day. The event also included a military card-writing station and an “AI-Powered Experience,” reflecting a blend of tradition and innovation.
President Trump addressed the crowd from the White House balcony, paying tribute to the late Pope Francis and emphasizing the importance of faith and unity during his remarks. He also used the occasion to reaffirm his commitment to religious liberty and celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, stating, “We’re going to honor Jesus Christ very powerfully throughout our lives... not just now. We’re bringing religion back in America”9.
Tickets for the event were distributed via lottery, with thousands in attendance despite the somber news of Pope Francis’s passing earlier that day.
Your questions, answered
What did Melania Trump wear at the 2025 White House Easter Egg Roll?
She wore a striking trench coat instead of the expected Easter bonnet.
Which companies sponsored the 2025 White House Easter Egg Roll?
Amazon, YouTube and Meta were major corporate sponsors offering themed activities.
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