Ella Bennett

“It was kind of like a breath of fresh air. I didn't really have too much of an impression going in, but I did definitely leave with a good one. She seemed genuinely interested in what I wanted to do with my life and where I wanted to go.”

Ella Bennett · said 2026-11-09 · reported 2026-11-09

Bennett described meeting Melania Trump during the first lady's visit to LSU as a surreal experience.

“It felt great to put awareness out there for more foster kids and everything — just to see how big this program is really going to go,”

Ella Bennett · said date not stated · reported 2026-11-09

Bennett commented on the high-energy ceremony at LSU where the first lady announced the scholarship endowment.

“The scholarship has definitely helped alleviate some financial stress, just because when applying, looking and going to college, I don't really have the financial support system that everybody else comes with,”

Ella Bennett · said 2026-11-09 · reported 2026-11-09

Bennett, who entered foster care at age 3, told Fox & Friends Monday that her scholarship eased the financial burden of pursuing college.