Fiery speech that sent shockwaves through political circles, Congresswoman Maxine Waters suggested that Donald Trump should consider deporting his own wife, Melania Trump, while slamming his administration’s aggressive immigration policies.
The Controversy Unfolds
President Trump has pledged to deport millions of undocumented immigrants as part of his sweeping immigration crackdown. But Waters turned the tables, pointing out that if Trump is so determined to scrutinize birthright citizenship and immigration status, he might need to start by looking at his own household.
Speaking at a protest rally in Los Angeles, Waters took aim at Trump’s policies and his advisor Elon Musk, who currently oversees the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
“When he [Trump] talks about birthright and wants to undo the fact that the Constitution allows those born here to stay—even if their parents were undocumented—maybe he ought to first look at Melania,” Waters declared to a roaring crowd.
The Background on Melania’s Citizenship
Melania Trump, originally from Slovenia, moved to the U.S. in the 1990s for a modeling career. She became a naturalized U.S. citizen in 2006 after marrying Trump and later sponsored her parents for green cards and citizenship. Her father, Viktor Knavs, remains active in Trump family events, while her mother, Amalija Knavs, passed away in 2024.
Social Media Erupts
Waters’ remarks quickly went viral, with videos of her speech spreading across social media. Conservative voices criticized her comments as political theatrics, while others pointed out the irony of Trump’s strict immigration stance given his own wife’s naturalized status.
Could Melania Really Be Deported?
Despite the explosive suggestion, the likelihood of Melania Trump facing deportation remains virtually nonexistent. However, the remark has reignited debates about immigration hypocrisy and the extent of Trump’s policies.
As the controversy continues to swirl, one thing is clear—this debate is far from over.
