We asked two experts for their take on the image, which was shot in the White House a day after the inauguration.

The black and white portrait was captured by esteemed photographer Régine Mahaux. It was taken on Jan. 21, 2025, in the Yellow Oval Room of the White House, according to the office of the first lady.

and the photo is in black and white. The first lady's X account posted the new portrait with a simple caption: "First Lady Melania Trump's Official White House Portrait." The portrait was taken by ...