Trump on Macron Slapping Video: Reactions & News
Donald Trump injected himself into the buzz following video of a tense moment at Hanoi airport involving Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron. The footage sparked speculation, with many interpreting Brigitte’s gesture as a slap. Trump, questioned about the incident and with a history of marriage, offered his perspective and even shared a direct conversation he had with Emmanuel Macron. News Directory 3 reported on this, and the couple is set to visit the UK in July. Will there be any more insights into the situation? Discover what’s next.
Trump Comments on Macron Marriage After Airport Incident
Updated May 31, 2025
Former President Donald Trump has weighed in on the Emmanuel Macron marriage after video surfaced appearing to show a tense exchange between the French president and his wife, Brigitte, at an airport in hanoi. The footage shows Brigitte Macron seemingly touching her husband’s face in what some interpreted as a slap.
The incident occurred as the Macrons arrived in Vietnam for a week-long tour of Southeast Asia, including stops in Indonesia and Singapore. An aide to the French president dismissed the moment as playful banter before a busy trip, according to BFMTV.
during an interview,Fox News’ Peter doocy asked Trump,who has been married three times,if he had any marital advice for world leaders.Trump responded wiht a jest, “Make sure the door remains closed,” according to the Mirror.
Trump also said he spoke with Macron directly. “I spoke to him. He’s fine. They’re fine. they’re two really good people. I know him very well, and I don’t know what that was all about,” Trump said.
The Macrons’ relationship, marked by a 25-year age difference, began when Emmanuel Macron was 15 and Brigitte Trogneux was his drama teacher. Despite initial disapproval from Macron’s parents,the couple persevered and eventually married after Macron turned 18.
The French president and his wife are scheduled to visit the United Kingdom in July, staying at Windsor Castle from July 8 to July 10, Buckingham Palace confirmed.
What’s next
The world will be watching to see if the Macrons address the airport incident directly during their upcoming visit to the U.K., and how their relationship is perceived on the international stage.