US First Lady Melania Trump appeared quite cold towards her husband Donald Trump during the Macrons’ visit to the White House. Their awkward hand-holding moment and uncomfortable kisses were spotted by vigilant netizens.
President Donald Trump had some more awkward moments with Melania as he hosted French President Emmanuel Macron and his spouse Brigitte on Tuesday. At first, the first lady apparently refused to hold hands with Trump, showing no reaction as he poked her hand subtly with his little finger before finally grabbing it.
First Lady Melania Trump had another awkward hand-holding moment with husband Donald Trump as they welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte. pic.twitter.com/RyWEhi8uYE
— People (@people) April 24, 2018
Melania’s wide-brimmed hat became an apparent obstacle for Trump, keeping him at bay when he tried to kiss her on the cheek. However, the headwear didn’t stand in the way for Trump’s French counterpart.
The Twitterati were quick to mock the Trumps’ relationship, with some social-media users describing the behavior as a “hand-holding-by-coercion attempt,” while others said Melania “feels the same way as the majority of Americans.”
Who did you plagiarize this from?
You and Macron need to get a room. We can see Melania is loath to touch you.
When you can't get your wife to hold your hand...#MAGA
— BellaDonna (@DonnaDeFazio) April 25, 2018
Melania's whole body stiffens & turns into a rigid stone statue, staring straight ahead ice-coldly as DT approaches her side. Then ensues the awkward 15 second hand-holding-by-coercion attempt. She's overtly willfully reluctant! Oh My, My, Melania! Now, THAT'S our First Lady!!