This has prompted speculation that Melania Trump may only partially embrace the traditional duties of the first lady

Melania Trump declined a White House invitation on Wednesday, and is unlikely to move back to Pennsylvania Avenue full time during President-elect Trump's second term. The big picture: Melania Trump kept a relatively low profile during the campaign,

Melania Trump is unlikely to move to Washington full time in her second go-round as first lady, multiple sources told CNN, once more showing signs of her willingness to buck tradition as she returns to her high-profile but unelected role on the world stage.