Donald Trump and Melania Trump made a rare joint appearance at the 79th Alfred E. Smith Memorial Foundation Dinner. Smith Memorial Foundation Dinner in New York City on October 17, 2024. Both dressed in black-tie attire, they were greeted warmly by attendees as Trump engaged with the crowd, raising his fist and shaking hands.
As the keynote speaker, Trump used the platform to make jokes about various topics, including his Democratic rival Kamala Harris, Mayor Eric Adams's legal issues, and his controversies. Melania, who has mostly stayed away from the campaign spotlight, made an appearance to promote her memoir, "Melania." In the book, she supports abortion rights, which is in contrast to her husband's position.
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Harris, the Democratic candidate, chose not to attend the dinner, marking a notable break from tradition. Instead, she shared a pre-recorded video featuring comedian Molly Shannon. During his speech, Trump criticized her absence, expressing surprise and emphasizing her distinctive laugh.
The Al Smith dinner, a charity event for Catholic organizations, is known for its light-hearted exchanges between candidates from both parties, providing a moment of camaraderie amid the election's final stretch.
