Melania Trump has once again emerged as the least popular first lady in the history of modern polling, according to the latest data from YouGov released in late December 2025.
Her approval rating has plummeted to a record low of 36%. The detailed report shows that 43% of Americans have an unfavorable view of her, while 18% express a neutral opinion.
When she departed from the White House in 2021, Melania Trump had a 42% approval rating, which was the lowest for any first lady at that point. She has now exceeded her own previous record of unpopularity.
This negative perception contrasts sharply with the significantly higher approval ratings enjoyed by first ladies of previous administrations, such as Michelle Obama. During her time at the White House, Mrs. Obama led numerous programs that established her unique identity, including initiatives to increase educational opportunities for Americans and combat childhood obesity.
The release of the YouGov data coincides with renewed interest in Melania Trump’s public role and business pursuits. Amazon MGM Studios paid $40 million for the documentary rights to a film about the first lady. The company also started a production company called Muse Films, whose inaugural project is the film “”Melania.””
A trailer for the documentary, released in mid-December 2025, showcases footage from the 20 days leading up to Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20, 2025. The film offers a glimpse into Melania Trump’s role in planning the inauguration and managing the complexities of the White House transition.
In the trailer, Melania Trump is seen at the White House, Mar-a-Lago, and other locations. In another scene, she is shown speaking to her husband on the phone, congratulating him and mentioning that she will watch it on the news.
The film is set to hit theaters on January 30, 2026, and will be available for streaming on Prime Video. The documentary is directed by Brett Ratner, who was accused of sexual misconduct by six women in 2017 amidst a wave of similar allegations in Hollywood.
Melania Trump and her son, Barron Trump, hold dual citizenship in the United States and Slovenia, as reported in Mary Jordan’s 2020 book “”The Art of Her Deal.”” Melania Trump, who moved from Slovenia to the United States, became a naturalized U.S. citizen in 2006. She continues to maintain connections with her native country through language and family citizenship.
A recent legislative proposal could affect the citizenship status of the Trump family. Senator Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio) introduced a bill in December 2025, titled the Exclusive Citizenship Act of 2025, that would ban dual citizenship. If enacted, U.S. citizens with foreign citizenship would be required to renounce their non-U.S. citizenship within a year.
Michael Wildes, an immigration attorney who once represented Melania Trump, voiced his criticism of the proposed bill. Wildes labeled the bill as “”preposterous”” and pointed out that the United States allows its citizens to hold dual nationality.
Donald Trump’s net worth is estimated to be $5.1 billion, while Melania Trump’s net worth is about $70 million. These financial estimates are based on the couple’s business ventures and real estate holdings amassed over several decades.
Social media users have reacted to Melania Trump’s recent post highlighting her 2025 accomplishments. Some have criticized the timing of the post, which was shared just before the release of the YouGov polling data. Others have questioned specific details in her list of achievements.
Negative public sentiment towards Melania Trump is attributed to multiple factors, such as her association with Donald Trump’s polarizing political image, her relatively low public profile, and various controversies during her tenure in the White House. The first lady has maintained a more private presence compared to her predecessors, making fewer public appearances and limiting her media engagement.
The launch of the documentary and production company marks Melania Trump’s most public endeavors since leaving the White House. The film promises exclusive footage of key meetings and private conversations, providing what the producers describe as unparalleled insight into the first lady’s world.
Barron Trump continues to remain largely absent from the public eye, with Melania Trump zealously guarding his privacy throughout his father’s political career.