"Unaware" Melania Trump was photographing a rug during Jan. 6 Capitol riot

• "Several months in advance, I organized a qualified team of photographers, archivists and designers to work with me in the White House to ensure perfect execution," she said.
• "As required, we scheduled January 6, 2021, to complete the work on behalf of our nation." 

The big picture: The interview comes after former chief of staff, Stephanie Grisham, revealed in a text message exchange last month that Trump declined to condemn the violence of that day in a statement.

• Trump told Fox that Grisham "failed to provide insight and information into the events surrounding Jan. 6."

• "Had I been fully informed of all the details, naturally, I would have immediately denounced the violence that occurred at the Capitol Building," Trump said.
• "And while Ms. Grisham's behavior is disappointing, it is not surprising or an isolated incident."

The other side: Grisham told CNN in reference to Trump's interview that "everything she said is bulls--t and she knows it."

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