First Lady Melania Trump has officially cancelled all White House tours scheduled for Saturday, April 5, due to safety concerns related to large-scale planned protests in Washington, D.C. The announcement comes just one month after public tours resumed under President Donald Trump’s current term in office.
The First Lady’s office issued a public statement confirming the change:
“This decision has been made out of an abundance of caution and to ensure the safety of all within proximity to public demonstrations planned near the White House on April 5.”
The tours will now be rescheduled for Sunday, April 6.
What Do the White House Tours Include?
The free public tours offer a chance for guests to visit key parts of the White House grounds, including:
- The South Lawn
- The Jacqueline Kennedy Garden
- The Rose Garden
- The White House Kitchen Garden
These tours are a popular attraction for visitors to the capital and are often part of the First Lady’s public outreach initiatives.
Hands Off Protest Group Planning Massive Demonstration
The cancellation coincides with a major protest planned by the activist group Hands Off, which has organized a large demonstration through downtown Washington, D.C., on April 5.
A statement from the group reads:
“On Saturday, April 5th, we rise up with one demand: Hands Off! This is a nationwide mobilization to stop the most brazen power grab in modern history.”
The organization claims the current administration, alongside business leaders like Elon Musk, is responsible for:
- Shutting down Social Security offices
- Firing essential workers
- Removing consumer protections
- Cutting Medicaid
- Shifting public resources to benefit billionaires
The group is calling for citizens to take a stand before “there’s nothing left to save.”
Melania Trump Speaks on Love and Forgiveness
Earlier in the week, Melania Trump made a rare public appearance at the International Women of Courage Award Ceremony, where she delivered an emotional speech focused on strength, love, and forgiveness.
She was introduced by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio before opening the event with a heartfelt message.
“Throughout my life, I have harnessed the power of love as a source of strength during challenging times,” she said.
“Love has inspired me to embrace forgiveness, nurture, and exhibit bravery in the face of unforeseen obstacles.”
Melania praised the honorees for displaying extraordinary courage rooted in compassion and moral strength, saying:
“Today, we celebrate courage—a strength that is rooted in love.”