A recent photo of former U.S. President Donald Trump taken inside the New York State Supreme Court has become the latest fodder for social media mockery. The image, captured on October 17, shows Trump, 77, with what appears to be an uneven application of makeup or fake tan, sparking a wave of derision on various social media platforms.
Trump, currently embroiled in a high-stakes $250 million civil fraud trial, where he and his Trump Organization face accusations of providing misleading property valuations to secure favorable bank loans and tax arrangements, appeared in court with a deeply tanned complexion. However, observers noted notably lighter patches near his hairline, around his ear, and on the side of his neck.
The photo, shared widely on platforms such as X (formerly Twitter), elicited a range of reactions from users. Many pointed out the uneven application, with some speculating whether Trump does his own makeup. One user commented, “He missed his neck and in front of his [ear]. Does he do his own makeup?” Another remarked, “That looks really fake.” Others made humorous comparisons, referencing Trump’s former personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani’s infamous hair dye incident from 2020.
Among the social media jibes, Trump supporters came to his defense, using the discussion as an opportunity to express their support for his potential 2024 presidential run. Some supporters used the moment to compare economic aspects under Trump’s presidency to the current administration, highlighting differences in gas prices.
While Trump’s appearance and makeup choices have been a topic of discussion in the past, this recent incident has reignited the public’s fascination with his cosmetic preferences. Trump has previously dismissed similar discussions, labeling them as “fake news.”
Journalists has reached out to representatives of Donald Trump for comment regarding the social media reactions, but there has been no response as of yet. Judge Arthur Engoron, who is presiding over the civil fraud trial, continues to deliberate on multiple accusations, including falsifying business records and insurance fraud, with no possibility of imprisonment due to the trial’s civil nature.
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