Donald Trump was recently called out online for a very awkward and exceptionally long handshake with French First Lady Brigitte Macron.
This greeting arose on Monday during the G7 summit in Evian les Bains, France. The very physical exchange swiftly went viral, with plenty of observers noticing how it was just plain and bizarre, or a tug-of-war-style moment.
Upon the arrival at the summit, Trump engaged in a handshake with the French First Lady Brigitte Macron that lasted nearly 10 seconds. Cameras captured the very intense grip, which some people online slammed as uncomfortable and aggressive.
A lot of people pointed out that she seemed to be pulling away while Trump continued with his firm hold. Trump undoubtedly has a long history of intense handshakes with French President Macron that some call out as intense, but this was the first time that he behaved in this manner while greeting the First Lady.