A person she has always liked is Michelle Obama.

Over the phone, she read me some passages from Mrs. Obama’s speech as examples.

I did not check Mrs. Obama’s speeches.

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No harm was meant."

“Today, more than ever, I am honored to work for such a great family.

I personally admire the way Mr. Trump had handled this situation and I am grateful for his understanding.”

“There’s a political tint to this whole issue.

These were common words and values.

She cares about her family.

To think that she’d be cribbing Michelle Obama’s words is crazy.”

McIver’s statement comes afterTrump himself commentedon the speech.

he wrote on Twitter.

Read McIver’s full statement at Trump’s website.