Viral Video of Donald Trump at Pope Francis’s Funeral Sparks Discussion
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ArchiveFirst published April 28, 2025. It may not reflect later developments.
Pope Francis’s funeral on April 26, 2025, gathered over 200,000 mourners at St. Peter’s Square, including Donald and Melania Trump. However, Trump drew criticism after a viral video captured him chewing gum, texting, and looking distracted during the solemn service. One user exclaimed, “Gum??? No way!!” while another remarked, “Who chews gum in the funeral??”
Adding to the backlash, Trump wore a blue suit while most world leaders wore black. “Compare Trump’s suit to everybody else’s,” a commenter pointed out. Despite no strict Vatican dress code, many felt his attire showed “no class and no respect.”
Melania Trump, attending on her 55th birthday, appeared composed in a traditional black ensemble. During the Catholic Mass, when the congregation exchanged the “sign of peace,” Melania nudged Donald to participate, reportedly whispering, “You should do it.”
Pope Francis, beloved worldwide, died of a stroke at 88. Pilgrims filled the square in prayer and tribute, with one mourner sharing, “He was very, very important.”
