Body language expert Judi James has analysed the new official portrait of US First Lady Melania Trump and says it shows the hidden agenda of the former model, which could be at odds with her husband

Melania Trump’s official portrait differs notably from first lady portraits that came before and not just because it was taken in stark black and white.

First lady Melania Trump is all business in her official portrait, unveiled by the White House on Monday. The black and white image, snapped by Belgian photographer Régine Mahaux, was captured in the Yellow Oval Room one day after Melania’s husband Donald was sworn in as the 47th president.

The 54-year-old Melania Trump’s second portrait as First Lady features her in grayscale, wearing a fitted black suit as she stands with her hands on a tabletop. The Washington Monument is visible in the background through a window.

Explore how Melania Trump's White House portrait and inauguration attire symbolize her unique approach as first lady, emphasizing control, mystery, and strategic presentation, reminiscent of Claire Underwood from House of Cards.

The White House on Monday released a black and white portrait of First Lady Melania Trump. The 54-year-old is featured standing in a poised and assertive stance in the Yellow Oval Room of the White House,

The portrait, released Monday afternoon, was taken in the White House’s Yellow Oval Room by Régine Mahaux. The 58-year-old has regularly photographed members of the Trump family for nearly 20 years — and took Melania’s first portrait as First Lady in 2017.

The White House has released a new official portrait for first lady Melania Trump. The black-and-white snapshot features Trump, 54, standing before a large window that looks out at the Washington Monument.

The photo, taken by Belgian photographer Régine Mahaux, was taken in such perfect conditions, it reportedly didn't need touching up.

First Lady Melania Trump’s latest official portrait signals a bold departure from traditional first lady images. Captured in a sleek tuxedo with the Washington Monument in the background, she exudes power and confidence.

The new White House portraits of the first lady and the president tell a story of hard-nosed power and all-encompassing anger.