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Detail on Melania Trump’s letter to Putin sparks wild speculation

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Handwriting expert unpacks Melania Trump's signature on letter to Putin
  • First Lady Melania Trump wrote a letter to Russian President Vladimir Putin, appealing for an end to the violence affecting children in Ukraine.
  • Her signature on the letter sparked widespread social media speculation due to its striking resemblance to Donald Trump's signature.
  • Handwriting expert Bart Baggett noted that Melania Trump's signature has 'morphed' over the past decade to align with the 'Trump brand', featuring angular and aggressive characteristics.
  • Baggett dismissed conspiracy theories suggesting the signature was forged, stating it is consistent with her evolved handwriting style.
  • Online discussions also questioned whether she used a Sharpie or an autopen, with the expert suggesting a Sharpie was plausible given its association with the president's brand.
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