Why is First Lady Melania Trump (@FLOTUS) considered the most consequential First Lady in modern American history? Her impact is evident through measurable results. In the past 18 months, First Lady Melania Trump has: Child Protection: Championed the TAKE IT DOWN Act, new federal law, which protects children and victims from AI-generated exploitation and non-consensual intimate imagery. Foster Care: Advanced the Fostering the Future Act, new legislation that passed the U.S. House of Representatives with full bipartisan support. Education and Technology: Launched Fostering the Future Together, uniting nearly 50 nations and global technology leaders—including Microsoft, Google, OpenAI, Adobe, Meta, Palantir, and X—to empower children through education & technology. Diplomacy: Convened the largest gathering of First Spouses from around the world ever hosted at the White House to advance international cooperation through Fostering the Future Together. Foster Care Support: Secured $30 million to expand housing opportunities for young adults transitioning out of foster care, in partnership with @HUDgov and @SecretaryTurner. Diplomacy: Became the first First Lady in history to address the United Nations Security Council, delivering her landmark "Peace Through Education" address. Humanitarian: Facilitated four (4) reunifications of Ukrainian & Russian children with their families, establishing child welfare as a central focus of international diplomacy. Diplomacy: Sent a direct peace appeal to Russia's President Vladimir Putin, urging action for children displaced by the war // The Peace Letter Technology and Youth: Launched the inaugural Presidential AI Challenge, the largest youth AI initiative in American history, with over 20,000 participants, approximately 2,500 submissions, and competitors from all 50 states, Puerto Rico, Washington, D.C., and Department of War schools overseas. Technology and Education: Hosted a nationwide K–12 AI Workshop in partnership with Zoom, engaging nearly 3,000 schools across the United States. Foster Youth Education: Established a network of leading universities to expand scholarships and educational opportunities for youth through Fostering the Future. Foster Youth Financial Security: Launched Fostering the Future Accounts with @USTreasury and @SecScottBessent, enabling children in foster care to begin adulthood with savings & investment accounts // Ownership Society. Technology and Government: Convened the White House AI Task Force, bringing together leaders from technology, education, and government to shape the future of AI education in the U.S. Foster Care Policy: Championed the Fostering the Future Executive Order, establishing a government-wide initiative led by @ACFHHS to improve educational opportunities, financial security, and long-term outcomes for children in foster care. Humanitarian: Initiated Freedom Process for Israeli Hostages in Gaza. Regardless of political perspective, the scope of this First Lady’s work is extraordinary. History will judge First Ladies by measurable impact, not headlines. By this standard, First Lady Melania Trump has established one of the most substantive legacies in modern history.

THANK YOU, HAWAII // Fostering the Future Accounts   Hawaii has taken an important step forward for children in foster care.   Governor Josh Green, MD, has pledged to support Fostering the Future Accounts.  This program will help children in foster care build a stronger financial foundation as they grow into adulthood.    We salute Governor Green for his leadership and hope every governor across America joins Fostering the Future Accounts so that every child can have a chance for a brighter future.

Nearly 600 child welfare leaders. 47 States + DC. One shared goal: expanding opportunities for youth through Fostering the Future Accounts. Following @FLOTUS Melania Trump’s announcement of Fostering the Future Accounts on June 11, leaders from across the country joined a nationwide information session to learn more about new savings and investment Accounts for youth in foster care. Governors from 23 states have pledged to open Accounts, and @ACFHHS and @USTreasury stand ready to support every state and territory in setting up Accounts. The momentum continues.

“Now is the time for everyone to act. All 50 states should pledge to protect America’s foster youth.  Let’s elevate America’s children above politics. I urge every Governor and business leader in America to help fund these accounts.” First Lady Melania Trump Fostering the Future Accounts June 11, 2026

“For the first time, children in foster care will have access to a dedicated savings and investment vehicle: Fostering the Future Accounts.” @FLOTUS @MELANIATRUMP

“Fostering the Future Accounts give foster children the same chance for asset ownership and long-term wealth building as every other American child. By investing in our foster youth now, we help strengthen America’s workforce, communities, and economic future.” @FLOTUS @MELANIATRUMP This historic measure is a first for the United States and is designed by the First Lady in tandem with the @USTreasury @SecScottBessent. Already, twenty-three Governors have pledged to set up Fostering the Future Accounts for children within their states’ care.

This morning, @FLOTUS @MELANIATRUMP awarded America’s six student National Champion Teams at the White House today during the first Presidential Artificial Intelligence Challenge National Champion Awards Ceremony. “Today is about opening doors. When new doors open, passions flow, courage blossoms, and dreams are realized. AI inspires." - First Lady Melania Trump

“Congratulations to our Presidential AI Challenge winners. It is wonderful to see this very impressive group of innovators at the White House. I’m proud that you represent the best of America. You are our future.” First Lady Melania Trump Presidential AI Challenge National Champion Awards Ceremony June 9, 2026