“I Think She Can’t Stand Him”: James Carville Says Melania Trump is Subtly Undermining Her Husband with Pro-Choice Stance

During a Saturday morning appearance on CNN, Democratic strategist James Carville offered his candid take on a recent video from former First Lady Melania Trump, in which she emphasized her pro-choice views. The video, promoting her new book, has stirred attention, particularly because her stance on abortion runs counter to the direction the Republican Party has taken, especially during her husband Donald Trump’s presidency.

In the video, Melania Trump made a bold statement, declaring, “Individual freedom is a fundamental principle that I safeguard. Without a doubt, there is no room for compromise when it comes to this essential right that all women possess from birth, individual freedom. What does my body, my choice really mean?” Her comments have raised eyebrows, particularly as the Republican Party continues to grapple with the divisive issue of abortion.

When asked for his opinion on the timing and significance of her remarks, Carville offered a surprising interpretation. He laughed and suggested that Melania might be deliberately undermining her husband’s political prospects. “I think you have an entirely wrong interpretation about what Mrs. Trump did,” Carville told host Michael Smerconish.

“I think she can’t stand him and I think it was very intentional. Not only does she put out about how pro-choice she was, she also put out how pro-immigrant.” Carville dismissed the idea that Melania’s remarks were somehow intended to help her husband’s political ambitions, especially as Donald Trump considers another run for office. He further criticized the media for spinning every piece of news in a way that appears beneficial to Trump.

“But again, the rule of the commentariat is every piece of information must be interpreted in the most negative light to the Democrats,” he said. Carville firmly believed that Melania’s message had more personal motives. “I think the interpretation that she’s doing this to help him [Trump] politically is entirely wrong. I think she’s trying to cause him all the misery and anxiety that she possibly can.”

As the debate over abortion continues to divide the Republican Party, Melania Trump’s pro-choice comments have added an unexpected twist to the conversation. While some may interpret her remarks as a policy stance, Carville’s view suggests a more personal motivation, one that could potentially complicate Donald Trump’s future political aspirations. Whether or not Melania’s comments will have a lasting impact on her husband’s supporters remains to be seen, but Carville’s analysis certainly raises interesting questions about the dynamics within the Trump household.