Supporters of Donald Trump have been left concerned after observing a peculiar detail in a new photograph of him.
The photo, taken during a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron on the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, shows the two leaders shaking hands multiple times. This routine act led Trump fans to spot something amiss with the president’s hand.
The focus of concern has been a noticeable ‘bruise’ on Trump’s hand, which some believe has been covered with makeup in an attempt to conceal it.
One observant fan on X remarked, “Scrolling Getty and couldn’t help but notice this photo of a huge bruise on Trump’s hand today.”
Another commenter pointed out, “Some photos over the last few months show bruising on Trump’s hand… it always seems to be on the same hand.”
A third individual questioned, “Trump has a massive bruise on the back of his right hand. How did he get that?” echoing the concerns of many others.
Yet another person wondered aloud, “Why does Trump have a big bruise on the right hand?”
Getty Images Photo Describes the Bruise as ‘Makeup Covered’
The Getty Images description reads: “Makeup covers a bruise on the back of U.S. President Donald Trump’s hand as he hosts French President Emmanuel Macron for meetings at the White House.”
The exact cause of the bruise remains a mystery, though similar markings have appeared in earlier pictures of Trump.
During the meeting with Macron, the discussion took a serious turn as Macron had to step in to correct the 78-year-old Trump’s assertions about the support given to Ukraine amid its conflict with Russia.
Macron Clarifies Financial Aid to Ukraine in the Face of Trump’s Assertions
In a press session following their meeting, Trump claimed that Ukraine benefited heavily from US backing and suggested it was time for some repayment.
Macron responded to reporters, stating: “This war cost all of us a lot of money, and this is the responsibility of Russia because the aggressor is Russia.”
Trump confidently replied, implying that the European Union’s aid was lent and not given: “Just so you understand, Europe is loaning the money to Ukraine. They get their money back.”
It was then that Macron corrected him by placing his hand gently on Trump’s wrist, explaining: “No. To be frank, we paid 60 percent of the total effort. Like the US, loans, guarantees, grants, and we provided real money.”
He clarified further, saying: “If at the end of the negotiation, they are ready to give it to us, super, it will loan at the end of the day, and we will have paid for that.”
Trump sheepishly replied, “If you believe that, it’s OK with me,” but maintained his initial stance: “But they get their money back, and we don’t.”
