Overview
- Donald Trump was seated in the front row at Pope Francis's funeral, opposite Joe Biden, who sat several rows back, in accordance with Vatican protocol.
- Trump wore a blue suit instead of the required black attire, attracting widespread criticism for disregarding the funeral dress code.
- Photos of Trump allegedly dozing during the ceremony went viral, leading to online ridicule and accusations of disrespect.
- The funeral marked Trump’s first international trip of his second presidency, lasting just 14 hours, during which he met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in St. Peter’s Basilica.
- Details of Trump’s discussion with Zelensky remain undisclosed, fueling speculation about U.S.-Ukraine relations and ongoing peace negotiations.