Tattoos paying homage to political figures aren’t anything new, but one Trump tattoo has gone viral for all the wrong reasons! A bold supporter decided to get an intricate design of the former president flaunting a suit, sunglasses, and chains, standing proudly in front of the U.S. Capitol. It seemed like a fitting tribute to Trump’s campaigns… until a few details caught the internet’s attention, and things took a hilarious turn.
The tattoo, which includes Trump striking a confident pose, has the numbers “45” and “47” inked on his hands to represent his past and future presidential campaigns. But it wasn’t the bold imagery of Trump with his signature “MAGA” flair that had people talking. No, the moment people noticed the watches on Trump’s wrists, things got awkward.
At first glance, many Reddit users thought the wrist designs were handcuffs. “I thought those were handcuffs at first,” one person joked, with another agreeing, “They’re not? I really thought it was supposed to be handcuffs.” The confusion was so widespread, a third commenter quipped, “Maybe it’s two watches because he’s so dumb he needs one on each arm.” Needless to say, the tattoo became a meme sensation.
But that wasn’t the only eyebrow-raising detail. The tattoo also features the U.S. Capitol as the backdrop—an interesting choice, given its controversial role in the January 6th attack. While the Capitol symbolizes American democracy, it also brings up the violent events that unfolded there in 2021. Yet, for this Trump enthusiast, the Capitol seemed like the perfect canvas for his tribute.
This isn’t the first time a Trump tattoo has caused a stir. Just earlier this year, a woman named Rain Monroe went viral after getting “TRUMP” tattooed across her forehead. The backlash was swift, and Monroe eventually started a campaign to raise funds for tattoo removal, revealing how deeply the public’s response affected her.
While Trump tattoos might seem like a bold statement for some, this viral ink is a reminder that political tributes can sometimes come with unexpected, and often hilarious, consequences. Whether it’s misplaced watches or controversial symbols, sometimes tattoos are a lot more than people bargain for.
