Stephanie Grisham, a former aide to Melania Trump, struggled to maintain her composure while discussing the former First Lady’s latest venture of selling a Mother’s Day necklace, which she personally found unappealing. During a CNN interview on Monday night, Grisham openly shared her thoughts on the product, humorously labeling the $245 necklaces as “ugly.”
The timing of this new product launch has raised eyebrows, coinciding with the first week of Donald Trump’s criminal hush money trial. The trial centers on allegations that the former president falsified business records to conceal payments made to silence a porn star.
Grisham pointed out that the launch of the necklace during such a tumultuous time might not be the best strategy, suggesting that it could detract from the seriousness of the ongoing legal proceedings involving the Trump family. The necklace in question, named “Her Love & Gratitude,” is being marketed on Melania Trump’s official website.
“I tried not to laugh at the thought that she would be raising money for his defense,” Grisham replied. “That’s not going to be it.” “Had I been advising her, I would have said a couple of things,” Grisham said. “Number one, this is the first day of your husband’s criminal trial and you’re going to hawk some jewelry? Probably not a very good look.”
“And then yeah, I would have at least said, ‘Hey, are we going to give this to some kind of, an initiative for children?” Grisham said. Another inspiration might have been the recent passing of Melania’s mother, Grisham argued.
It features a floral pendant and an adjustable chain, accompanied by a limited-edition NFT, which serves as a digital collectible. Additionally, the necklace offers customization options, including the ability to engrave names, initials, or significant dates, making it a potentially attractive gift for Mother’s Day.
Melania Trump has positioned this product as a tribute to mothers, stating on her website that being a mother is one of the most significant roles in life. She expressed that her design for the “Her Love & Gratitude” necklace is meant to show immense gratitude and honor all mothers on their special day.
During the interview, Erin Burnett, the host, questioned whether Melania found the ongoing hush money trial involving her husband “disgusting.” Grisham responded firmly, emphasizing that Melania Trump is known for her independent nature and outspokenness. According to Grisham, if Melania found the trial disgraceful or had strong feelings about it, she would not hesitate to express them publicly.
Grisham’s candid remarks reveal a complex dynamic within the former first family’s circle, highlighting differing perspectives on the intersection of personal business initiatives and ongoing legal challenges. The launch of the necklace and its surrounding commentary reflects not just a marketing strategy but also the ongoing narrative of a family continuously in the public eye amidst legal and political controversies.
As the trial progresses and the public continues to scrutinize the Trumps’ actions, both past and present, the reactions to Melania’s business endeavors, including the Mother’s Day necklace, underscore the broader discussions about the blending of personal enterprise and public persona in the realm of politics and celebrity.
