Melania Trump on why the 2024 election is different: 'We are dealing with much more danger'

Former first lady Melania Trump said the 2024 presidential election differs from previous elections because the country is much more divided.

"We are dealing with much more danger," she said Wednesday on "Hannity." "And especially, we see what's going on in the world and the threats that we get. And my husband, what he went through in the last few months," Melania Trump continued, referring to two assassination attempts on former President Trump’s life.

Would-be assassin Thomas Matthew Crooks fired several shots at the GOP presidential nominee during his Butler, Pa., rally in July before he was shot and killed by a counter sniper. 

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A few months later, Ryan Wesley Routh, a 58-year-old from Hawaii, was spotted by a Secret Service advance agent, allegedly poking a rifle out of the tree line near Trump’s West Palm Beach golf course. He’s since been charged with the attempted assassination of a presidential candidate, among a slew of other charges.

Melania Trump told Fox News host Sean Hannity that people need to learn to listen to each other again and respect differences of opinion.

"I think we need to have – we have different perspectives, we have different beliefs. We need to respect our freedom of speech and of our individuality. I think it's very important that ideas are heard, that we have very, very straightforward communications, and we share the idea with debate," the former first lady said. 

"Because I think with that, we could have innovation and success in this country. I feel it's a troubling trade in this country that we are canceling people that don't agree on certain issues." 

Melania Trump admitted the election cycle is a long and grueling process, particularly in the weeks and days leading up to November, but she’s "in it" and tries to "enjoy it" as much as she can. 

"You need to be very focused and take it day by day. Some surprises come as well, so it is very important that you prepare for those surprises," she said, adding her calmness is what gets her through Election Day itself.

"That's maybe my personality. And because I know on Election Day, it's all in the people's hands. People decide what they want for this country, and it will be again this year on Nov. 5."

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The former first lady has been promoting the release of her memoir "Melania," which is set to come out Oct. 8. It details her life before, during and after the White House and the challenges she faced being in the public eye.

Kate Middleton helps teen with cancer fulfill 'bucket list' dream after finishing own chemotherapy treatment

Kate Middleton helped a cancer patient check an item off her "photography bucket list."

On Oct. 2, Prince William hosted an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle and invited Liz, a 16-year-old aspiring photographer who is battling cancer, to capture the moments on film. 

On the official Instagram page for the Prince and Princess of Wales, the royals shared photos Liz took of the event.

"Congratulations to everyone who received honours at Windsor today! It was a pleasure to have @lizhatton_photography helping us to capture these special moments," the caption said.

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"it was my absolute pleasure to meet everyone and take photos today at Windsor, it was a great honour and was essentially a dream come true, so I truly hope to be a part of any and all future events! xx" Liz commented on the Prince and Princess of Wales' post.

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A second post was shared of Middleton hugging Liz at Windsor Castle Wednesday.

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"A pleasure to meet with Liz at Windsor today. A talented young photographer whose creativity and strength has inspired us both. Thank you for sharing your photos and story with us," the caption said.

In January, Liz was diagnosed with a desmoplastic small round cell tumor, which is a rare and aggressive form of cancer, according to the BBC. The outlet reported that the 16-year-old was given between six months and three years to live.

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In May, Liz's mother Vicky took to X, formerly Twitter, to share her daughter's "photograph bucket list."

"Liz is 16 and lives to take photographs. She has a rare and aggressive cancer which doctors have told her means she has between 6 months and 3 years to live. We hope every day for a lifetime for her but if we can’t achieve that we hope to create her a lifetime of memories," the post, with nearly 1 million views, said. 

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"If we can make even one of her photography bucket list happen for her she will be beyond delighted."

Middleton helped Liz complete a "bucket list" item just shy of a month after Middleton shared a video announcing she had completed chemotherapy treatment.

In March, Middleton disclosed her own cancer diagnosis and shared that she was undergoing preventative chemotherapy. In a video shared last month, the royal revealed she was cancer-free after completing her treatment. 

The mother of three acknowledged it had been an "incredibly tough" year for her family but said her cancer battle had reminded her to "be grateful for the simple yet important things in life" such as "loving and being loved."