The first lady’s outfit was fully in line with the controlled and contained public image she had been crafting since the end of her husband’s first term.

Commenters on social media were quick to note that at several points throughout the parade, First Lady Melania Trump appeared to almost be dozing off, or at least resting her eyes at multiple intervals.

Trump welcomed his 79th with a double celebration in a military parade as it was also the 250th US Army anniversary. Trump entered the venue with the first lady Melania Trump holding hands. The two sat together during the parade at the Washington DC venue.