Donald and Melania Trump Shockingly Part Ways After 18 Years of Marriage”.
"Donald and Melania Trump Shockingly Part Ways After 18 Years of Marriage".
Given their high-profile status, a potential divorce would likely spark intense media scrutiny. The couple’s prenuptial agreement, reportedly renegotiated in 2016, would play a significant role in determining asset distribution. Key considerations include ¹:
– *Child Custody*: Melania might seek sole custody of their son, Barron, given Donald’s busy schedule and potential incarceration.
– *Asset Distribution*: The prenuptial agreement would dictate how assets are divided, but without it, New York’s equitable distribution laws would apply.
– *Maintenance*: As the “more monied spouse,” Donald would likely be required to pay maintenance to Melania, calculated based on their incomes and marriage duration (18 years).
– *Duration of Maintenance*: Based on New York law, Donald would pay maintenance for approximately 5-7 years, considering their 18-year marriage.
It’s worth noting that Donald’s previous marriage to Ivana Trump ended in a highly publicized divorce in 1990, with Ivana accusing Donald of “cruel and inhumane treatment” ².
