Melania Trump Chairs UN Security Council

0:00In Adelaide, its February 26th, here's what is happening. Melania Trump will lead a United Nations Security Council session this coming Monday, as the United States takes over the group's rotating monthly, presidency. The meeting focuses on children, technology, and education during conflicts, highlighting how schooling can build tolerance and support global peace. This marks the first time a sitting United States First Lady has presided over the 15 member council. Normally, these sessions are run by a country's United Nations Ambassador, or a top cabinet member. The event takes place at the United Nations headquarters in New York, and includes the United States Ambassador along with other international representatives. The United States Ambassador expressed excitement about Melania Trump taking the gavel for the session. Historically, first ladies have influenced United Nations work, like Eleanor Roosevelt helping create key human rights documents, but none have. Chared Security Council meetings while in office. Melania Trump has also pushed to bring back Ukrainian children, taken by Russia since the invasion in 2022.

1:06Last October, she noted some reunions with families, tying into her emphasis on protecting kids in tough global spots. This comes as President Trump criticizes the United Nations as ineffective, pulling out of groups like the World Health Organization and Climate, efforts. He recently started his own Peace Board to handle disputes, raising questions about its role next to the United Nations. The Daily News Now is powered by our sponsor. Your bedtime ritual just got better. Built in sound, built in comfort. S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com