“Late Show” host Stephen Colbert was puzzled by Melania Trump ’s decision to return to the spotlight this week with an unexpected video defending her decades-old nude photos. “Why do I stand proudly behind my nude modeling work?” the wife of Donald Trump asked in the video promoting her upcoming memoir . “I’m sorry, I’m sorry what’s happening?” Colbert replied.

“Why would you ask that? Absolutely no one is talking about your nude modeling work!” Colbert said the nation is facing a “more pressing question” with the approach of the election, then returned to the video in which Melania Trump states: “The more pressing question is why has the media chosen to scrutinize my celebration of the human form in a fashion photo shoot?” Consider supporting HuffPost starting at $2 to help us provide free, quality journalism that puts people first. Can't afford to contribute? Support HuffPost by creating a free account and log in while you read. Thank you for your past contribution to HuffPost.

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