First Lady Melania Trump visited The Children’s Inn at NIH in Bethesda, Maryland, on February 11, 2026, where a young boy charmed her with the viral compliment: “I don’t play chess, but I know a queen when I see one.” She smiled, participated in arts and crafts making valentines with children facing rare diseases in clinical trials, and lauded their bravery plus staff compassion. The touching exchange spread online, highlighting kindness amid a tough D.C. week.
