Kim Kardashian has once again sparked political speculation after posting a photo of Melania Trump on her Instagram story, taken from Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration.
The image, which showcased the former First Lady in a sleek black suit and hat, immediately set off a wave of reactions online, with many questioning what it signified about Kardashian’s political leanings. The reality star, now 44, has remained notably silent on the 2024 election, where Trump defeated Kamala Harris.
While Kardashian has not publicly endorsed any candidate, her connections have fueled ongoing debate. Her ties to Elon Musk—who is both a Trump supporter and the head of the Department of Government Efficiency—along with her complicated friendship with Ivanka Trump, have only deepened the mystery surrounding her stance.
Social media users were quick to react, with some interpreting her post as quiet support for Trump, while others saw it as a simple appreciation of Melania’s fashion sense.
One X user criticized her, writing:
“Kim Kardashian being a Trumpie is not shocking but insanely disappointing and disgusting. Does having Black children mean anything??”
Another echoed similar sentiments:
“Lol y’all been knew Kim was a MAGA-supporting weirdo with how much she & her family fetishize Black people & culture. Her & her family have been stealing from Black women creators for years & y’all still been buying her stuff. Don’t let this stop you now.”
A third user added:
“Why are some of you acting surprised that Kim K—same woman who was married to Kanye West, willingly promoted Tesla and Elon Musk, and comes from a family with long-standing Trump ties—is actually a Trump supporter?”
While critics saw the post as a subtle endorsement, her supporters defended her right to share whatever she pleases without it being interpreted as political messaging.
This isn’t Kardashian’s first connection to Trump. During his presidency, she visited the White House in 2018 to advocate for prison reform, successfully securing commutations for nonviolent offenders. However, in 2020, she publicly endorsed Joe Biden, adding to the confusion over where she stands today.
Whether her latest post was a fashion appreciation or a hint at political allegiance, one thing is clear—it has reignited the debate over her political ties.