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First lady Melania Trump speaks during a meeting with Russian and Ukrainian representatives in the Grand Foyer of the White House, Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, in Washington.

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Melania Trump and LSU are set to announce a scholarship program for students who were in foster care

Melania Trump and LSU are set to announce a scholarship program for students who were in foster care

Melania Trump is set to travel to Louisiana to announce a partnership with Louisiana State University to provide scholarships for students who were once in foster care. While on campus, the first lady plans to attend Saturday's LSU-Alabama football game in Baton Rouge. The White House says Melania Trump and LSU have secured $5 million to endow scholarships that will be awarded through her “Fostering the Future” program. No details were provided on the source of the money. The first lady started working on foster care issues after President Donald Trump’s first term ended in 2021.