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Lara Trump Wows In A Blue Turtleneck Midi Dress For 'My View' Episode After Facing Backlash At Lindsey Graham's Funeral

August 18, 2026 by Mariam Qayum
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Lara Trump served up another polished style moment on Instagram this week.

While promoting another episode of My View on Fox News Channel, Lara posed alongside Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier in a bright blue sleeveless midi dress featuring a high turtleneck neckline. She paired the look with black pumps and silver jewelry, showing off her signature toned arms.

For glam, the mom of two stuck with her signature full-glam makeup and styled her hair in loose waves with a side part.

Midi dresses are nothing new for Lara, who frequently wears the silhouette on her show, during outings with her family and while traveling overseas with Donald Trump.

 

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Lara Trump Wows In Blue Midi Dress

Recently, the 43-year-old made headlines after social media users criticized what they viewed as a disrespectful moment during the funeral service for late U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham at Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C.

For the solemn occasion in July, the wife of Eric Trump wore a figure-hugging black dress accessorized with a diamond-encrusted cross necklace. She completed the look with her signature glamorous makeup and soft waves styled with a side part.

Although her outfit appeared appropriate for the memorial, a brief moment during the service sparked debate online. Cameras caught the former co-chair of the Republican National Committee looking down at what appeared to be her watch while seated beside her husband, who briefly glanced in her direction.

The clip quickly circulated on social media, with some critics calling the gesture disrespectful while others turned it into a joke.

 

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Lara Responds To Backlash Over Looking Down At Her Watch During Lindsey Graham’s Funeral

Lara later addressed the criticism in a video posted to X, explaining that she had received several calls from the camp where her children were staying.

She recalled, “Sometime around the middle of this whole thing, it was about two hours plus we were there. I, on my Apple Watch, start getting phone calls, several, from the camp that my kids go to. Well, any parent knows that that is not — that’s not good.”

“That means there’s a problem. That means they may need to reach me. That means someone is hurt or something,” she continued. “So I did what any parent would do and I tried to very discreetly inquire as to what was going on so that I could at least know that I had the ability to stay seated in the funeral.”

Lara also pushed back at those who accused her of simply checking the time.

“But the only thing you’ll see is, ‘Lara Trump checks her watch,’ like I’m checking the time. Get over yourselves,” she said.

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Mariam is an Editorial Assistant and writer at SheFinds, covering everything from style and beauty to health and wellness. Splitting her time between New York and Philadelphia, she brings a sharp eye for trends and a passion for storytelling to the digital space. With a strong editorial background, she’s always exploring the latest in fashion, skincare, and wellness. When she’s not writing or pitching, you’ll find her in the kitchen experimenting with new recipes or planning her next travel adventure. You can reach Mariam at mariam@shefinds.com.