In a rare public appearance, Melania and Ivanka Trump stood beside Donald Trump at the New York Stock Exchange.
According to the Daily Mail, Donald Trump rang the opening bell at the NYSE, marking his first time opening stock trading, accompanied by his closest family members and political allies after being named Time's Person of the Year.
The momentous occasion brought together Trump's immediate family, including his daughters Ivanka and Tiffany Trump, with incoming Vice President J.D. Vance and several Cabinet nominees.
The gathering highlighted the president-elect's return to his roots as a New York real estate mogul, now preparing for his second term in office.
Trump's appearance at the NYSE showcased a united front among his closest supporters. The group included notable figures such as Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Scott Bessent, Doug Burgum, Ben Carson, Kelly Loeffler, Pam Bondi, Elise Stefanik, and Lee Zeldin.
Each member of Trump's family chose power suits for the occasion, with Melania in gray and white while Ivanka and Tiffany opted for all-black ensembles.
The president-elect addressed the gathering before the bell ringing. Trump stated:
Thank you very much. This is a tremendous honor. I brought some of our co-patriots along with us and they'll do a beautiful job for you for the next four years.
The stock exchange floor erupted with chants of "USA, USA, USA" as Trump pressed the button to commence trading. The enthusiasm reflected the significance of the moment, particularly as it coincided with his Time Magazine Person of the Year recognition.
The honor marked Trump's second time receiving Time's Person of the Year title, following his first recognition in 2016. During his NYSE appearance, Trump shared his vision for his upcoming presidency, emphasizing the need to address current global challenges.
Trump reflected on his previous administration and outlined his goals:
I think we'll have a tremendous run. We have to straighten out some big problems in the world. When we left we didn't have any of these problems. We didn't have Russia with Ukraine, Israel October 7th, we didn't have the Afghanistan disaster, we didn't have inflation. We had no inflation. And we had a very strong economy. And we will do that again.
The ceremony also highlighted the complex dynamics between Melania and Ivanka Trump, who maintained their distance during the event. Their rare joint appearance sparked renewed interest in their relationship, which has been characterized by reported tensions during Trump's first administration.
Donald Trump is set to return to the White House after his decisive victory in last month's election. His presence at the NYSE, along with his family and allies, demonstrated the former president's continuing influence in both business and political spheres.
Trump continues to command significant attention as he prepares for his January 20th inauguration. The NYSE appearance, marked by family unity and political support, sets the stage for his administration's approach to economic policy and leadership in the coming four years.
