During a high-profile appearance at a FIFA stadium, former President Donald Trump and his wife Melania found themselves at the center of attention after an awkward moment during the playing of the Star Spangled Banner. As the national anthem played, cameras captured Melania standing still while Trump appeared to gesture for her to place her hand over her heart, a gesture traditionally observed during the anthem. The incident quickly went viral, sparking widespread speculation about what was said between the couple in that tense moment.
A professional lip reader has since analyzed the footage and claims to have decoded Trump’s exact words to Melania. According to the expert, Trump turned to his wife and asked, “Are you not going to put your hand up?” The brief exchange has reignited discussions about the couple’s public interactions and the scrutiny they face during official events. The decoded question sheds light on the pressure and expectations placed on public figures, especially during patriotic ceremonies.
Click to read the original Star-Spangled Banner article.