However, outside the chamber, Trump seemed to try to kiss Melania in a tender moment, but she turned her face to opt for a cheek kiss instead.
Body language expert Judi James analyzed this moment, sharing her insights with Paddy Power. She described Trump as entering with a “slow alpha presence” and a “mouth shrug smile,” signaling a serious demeanor. When Trump reached for Melania, James noted he took her hand tenderly, likening it to a romantic gesture seen during wedding ceremonies.
James explained that Trump leaned in for a kiss and, for a moment, appeared to be aiming for a lip-to-lip connection. However, Melania turned her face, initiating a cheek kiss instead.
This momentary misalignment was described by James as “heart-stopping,” suggesting that their coordination might have been slightly off. Ultimately, Trump settled for an air kiss, while they made a small “mwa” sound with their mouths, creating the illusion of contact.
James concluded that Melania seemed content with the interaction, highlighting her smile as a sign of acknowledgment, recognition, and partnership with Trump in the White House.
Another body language expert, Darren Stanton, commented on Melania’s choice of attire during the event. Speaking for Betfair Casino, Stanton noted that her “big fedora” could serve to conceal her face if desired, and found her navy blue outfit a peculiar choice given that blue is associated with the Democrats.
Stanton observed that throughout the inauguration, the couple showed “little to no emotion” and refrained from holding hands. He remarked that the event seemed solemn, as indicated by their lack of eye contact, smiles, or emotions. Melania’s demeanor suggested she was not eager to be present, with no subtle expressions of happiness.
Following TikTok’s temporary shutdown on January 19, it was resumed with a message crediting President Trump’s efforts for bringing it back to the U.S., suggesting he might sign an executive order delaying its ban to safeguard national security.
At a rally in Madison Square Garden, Trump announced his intention to launch a major deportation program to remove criminals from the country.
As reported by AP, Trump plans to issue over 100 executive orders on his first day in office, addressing topics like deportation, gender policies in schools, and vaccine mandates, without congressional input.
Senator John Hoeven, R-N.D., noted that “there will be a substantial number” of these orders. In a rally, Trump vowed to disclose information about the assassinations of JFK, Robert Kennedy, and Martin Luther King Jr., aiming to enhance government transparency.
In a controversial statement on his social media platform, Trump expressed the U.S. need for ownership of Greenland for national security, suggesting potential benefits for its citizens if it becomes part of the U.S.
Trump’s defeat in the 2020 election led to the January 6 Capitol insurrection, resulting in numerous arrests of his supporters. In an interview with TIME, Trump mentioned plans to review the riot cases early in his presidency, expressing a willingness to pardon several participants.
Trump has also discussed ending birthright citizenship, despite constitutional challenges, and proposed federal funding cuts for schools promoting critical race theory or other contentious content.
He reversed his stance on cryptocurrency, promising to make the U.S. the global crypto leader, with both he and Melania releasing their own memecoins before the inauguration.
In a conversation with Fox News’ Sean Hannity, Trump declared intentions to close the border and increase drilling immediately upon taking office, labeling himself a “dictator” for those actions on the first day.
Trump criticized the Green New Deal, calling it the “Green New Scam,” and vowed to terminate it to combat inflation.
Despite his firm stance on immigration, Trump has suggested granting green cards to non-U.S. citizens graduating from American colleges, allowing them to remain in the country.
He expressed plans to revoke Biden’s electric vehicle mandate, though he acknowledged it might take longer than a single day. Trump has also promised to dismiss special counsel Jack Smith, who handled federal cases related to the 2020 election.