Vogue Criticizes Melania Trump's White House Portrait: 'More Like a Freelance Magician'

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Vogue has criticized Melania Trump's official White House portrait, with writer Hannah Jackson calling the first lady's outfit choice and appearance 'appalling' and 'more like a freelance magician than a public servant.' The fashion publication has faced backlash on social media, with many defending the first lady's fashion choices and criticizing Vogue for its politically-driven stance.

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