Melania Trump's Adviser Claims She Has a Direct Line to Putin's Team

Photo Credit: Doug Mills - Pool/Getty Images An adviser to Donald Trump's wife claims Melania Trump has built a direct channel to Vladimir Putin's team, crediting her with helping return 34 Ukrainian children to their families. Marc Beckman made the claim during a podcast interview, arguing the first lady's quiet diplomacy warrants public recognition. Melania Trump's aide describes her role in talks about Ukrainian children Speaking on Scott Jennings' podcast, Beckman said Donald Trump's wife "has a direct line with leadership at both Russia and Ukraine" and "leads all of . . .