Did the hat get in the way? Melania’s cheeky inauguration moment goes viral
US President Donald Trump (2-R) with his wife First Lady Melania Trump (3-L) as well as his son Barron Trump (L), son Eric Trump (2-L) and daughter Tiffany Trump (R) after being sworn in during an inauguration ceremony in the rotunda of the United States Capitol on 20 January 2025 in Washington, DC. Donald Trump takes office for his second term as the 47th President of the United States.
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Inauguration Day isn’t just about oaths and speeches—it’s also a day for viral moments. As Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th president of the United States, one moment between him and First Lady Melania Trump left the internet buzzing.
Draped in a chic wide-brimmed hat by Adam Lippes and Eric Javits, Melania leaned in to greet her husband during the ceremonial proceedings. However, instead of a kiss on the lips, the President’s attempt ended with an air kiss to Melania’s cheek.
U.S. President Donald Trump and Melania Trump kiss during his swearing in in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda on 20 January 2025 in Washington, DC. Donald Trump takes office for his second term as the 47th president of the United States.
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President Donald Trump smiles while kissing his wife and First Lady Melania Trump after being sworn in by Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts during the inauguration of President Donald Trump at the U.S. Capitol on 20 January 2025 in Washington, D.C.
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U.S. President-elect Donald Trump kisses Melania Trump as he arrives for the inauguration ceremony in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda on 20 January 2025 in Washington, DC. Donald Trump takes office for his second term as the 47th president of the United States.