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Melania Trump's Cryptic Tribute to New York City

Melania Trump, the former first lady, shared a cryptic post on social media paying tribute to New York City, calling it "my home" and a place "where dreams come alive." This comes just days after her husband, Donald Trump, suggested that their son Barron would be attending college in the Big Apple this fall.

The post, accompanied by an aerial shot of the city, marked Melania's 28th anniversary as a New Yorker. She described the city as "electrifying" and a "colorful canvas where dreams come alive." Her words stand in stark contrast to her husband's recent criticisms of the city, which he has repeatedly labeled as crime-ridden.

Melania's post also fuels speculation about where Barron will attend college. The former president hinted that his son would be going to school somewhere in New York, but did not specify the exact location. If Barron does choose a New York school, it would break the family's 60-year tradition of attending the University of Pennsylvania.

Melania and Barron have largely stayed out of the limelight during Trump's presidential campaign. Melania reportedly made a deal with her husband that she would not dedicate all of her time to the White House if he were re-elected. This mirrors her decision to remain in New York City for five months following Trump's election in 2016, allowing Barron to finish the school year without interruption.

Meanwhile, family members of political rivals Kamala Harris and Tim Walz have actively participated in their campaigns. Harris's husband, stepdaughter, sister, and grand-nieces took to the stage at the Democratic National Convention to support her. Walz also shared his experience with infertility, bringing his family to tears.