Donald and Melania Trump are set to arrive in the UK on Wednesday for their second state visit, but their son Barron will remain in Washington, D.C. Now a sophomore at NYU’s Stern Business School, he is attending classes through the university’s D.C. campus. According to People, Melania’s priority remains her son’s well-being as he adjusts to college life under the spotlight.

Barron spent his childhood largely shielded from media attention, a role Melania took seriously during and after Donald Trump’s first term. She has said her son cannot have a “normal” college experience, given his name and profile, but praised his resilience. Reports suggest Barron has made friends through gaming, while rumors of a girlfriend remain unconfirmed. Over the summer, coverage focused instead on his business interests and his move back into the White House.

Housing has been another decision shaped by Melania’s protective nature. Rather than live in a dorm, Barron stayed at Trump Tower his freshman year, and a source told People the First Lady “always knows where he is and what he’s doing.” This vigilance, they said, stems from her constant concern about bullying or unwanted attention.

Alongside her role as a watchful parent, Melania reportedly has projects of her own, including a documentary with Amazon Prime Video slated for 2025. Still, sources emphasize her quiet, behind-the-scenes presence, balancing personal pursuits with a steady focus on Barron. Her approach reflects a familiar pattern: keeping her son’s world as steady as possible while managing the demands of public life.